Rosemary Sauce

Elevate your dishes with the rich, herbaceous flavor of this easy homemade Rosemary Sauce! This creamy, aromatic sauce combines the earthy essence of fresh rosemary with the silky smoothness of heavy cream, infused with garlic, shallots, and a splash of zesty lemon juice for balance. Perfectly thickened and enhanced with a touch of unsalted butter, it pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled vegetables, or even pasta. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce brings restaurant-quality flavor to your table with minimal effort. Whether you're preparing a hearty steak or a simple chicken dinner, this rosemary sauce is your go-to recipe for sophistication and taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Shallot (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 teaspoons Fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
• 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped shallot to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, ensuring it doesn’t burn.

Step 4

Add the chopped fresh rosemary and stir for 1 minute to release its aroma.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to reduce, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Whisk in the butter until melted and the sauce becomes silky.

Step 8

Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the heat and let the sauce sit for 1-2 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve warm drizzled over your preferred dishes, such as roasted chicken, steak, or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	427.6 grams (427.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	788

Total Fat 80.60g	103%
Saturated Fat 35.40g	177%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 151mg	50%
Sodium 2085mg	91%
Total Carbohydrate 5.50g	2%
Dietary Fiber 0.70g	3%
Total Sugars 1.50g
Protein 2.30g	5%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 28mg	2%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 105mg	2%

*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: 95.9%

Protein: 1.2%

Carbs: 2.9%