Dijon Dill Cream Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this luscious Dijon Dill Cream Sauce, a silky, flavorful blend of Dijon mustard, fresh dill, and a touch of lemon for a bright, tangy finish. Made with a creamy base of heavy cream and a lightly golden roux, this versatile sauce is perfect for drizzling over grilled salmon, roasted chicken, or steamed vegetables. Ready in just 15 minutes, it combines simple ingredients like garlic powder, broth, and a pinch of salt and pepper to create a richly layered sauce that’s both elegant and easy. Perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions, this Dijon Dill Cream Sauce will transform any dish into a gourmet delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Once the butter is fully melted, whisk in the flour to create a roux. Cook the roux for about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until it is lightly golden and has a nutty aroma.
Slowly pour in the chicken or vegetable broth while continuing to whisk to avoid lumps. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the sauce to heat gently, stirring frequently for another 2-3 minutes.
Whisk in the Dijon mustard, fresh dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until fully combined and the sauce is smooth.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce rest for about 1 minute before serving.
Serve warm over your favorite dish, such as grilled salmon, chicken, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.8 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.1 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 2228 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 134 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
