Black Pepper Sauce

Elevate your culinary creations with this rich and velvety Black Pepper Sauce, a perfect blend of bold and comforting flavors. Made from freshly crushed black peppercorns, sautéed shallots, and garlic, this sauce gets a luxurious depth of flavor from a splash of brandy or cognac, balanced beautifully with creamy heavy cream and a hint of Dijon mustard. Simmered with savory beef broth, it thickens to the ideal consistency for draping over juicy steaks, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, this elegant yet approachable sauce transforms any meal into a restaurant-quality experience. Perfect for dinner parties or indulgent weeknight dinners, this recipe is a flavor-packed way to impress your taste buds and guests alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup brandy or cognac
• 1.5 cups beef broth
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Begin by crushing the black peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or a spice grinder until they are coarsely ground.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it starts to foam.

Step 3

Add the chopped shallots and sauté them for about 2 minutes until they become translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the brandy or cognac, and carefully flambe by igniting it with a long match or lighter. Allow the alcohol to burn off, about 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the beef broth to the pan, scraping any browned bits from the bottom with a spatula. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and allow the sauce to simmer for about 10 minutes, reducing slightly.

Step 8

Once reduced, whisk in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard until well combined.

Step 9

Add the crushed black peppercorns and salt to the sauce, stirring well to incorporate the flavors.

Step 10

Continue to simmer the sauce for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until it thickens slightly to your desired consistency.

Step 11

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt if necessary.

Step 12

Remove from heat and strain the sauce through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother texture.

Step 13

Serve immediately over your choice of steak, chicken, or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	786.4 grams (786.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1243

Total Fat 65.40g	84%
Saturated Fat 37.20g	186%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 186mg	62%
Sodium 2828mg	123%
Total Carbohydrate 13.50g	5%
Dietary Fiber 4.20g	15%
Total Sugars 1.30g
Protein 6.30g	13%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 107mg	8%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 461mg	10%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.1%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 8.1%