Merlot Peppercorn Steak Sauce

Add an extra touch of flavor to your steak with this delicious Merlot Peppercorn Steak Sauce. Made with a rich merlot wine and a blend of aromatic peppercorns, this sauce is the perfect accompaniment to a juicy steak. It adds a depth of flavor that takes your steak to the next level. This recipe is easy to make and will impress your guests at your next dinner party.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 shallot, minced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup merlot wine
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons whole black peppercorns
• 2 tablespoons whole green peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon whole pink peppercorns
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• Salt to taste

Directions

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the minced shallot and garlic to the saucepan and cook until softened.
3. Pour in the merlot wine and beef broth, and bring to a simmer.
4. Add the black, green, and pink peppercorns to the saucepan and simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
6. Transfer the sauce mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
7. Pour the blended sauce back into the saucepan and return it to low heat.
8. Stir in the Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce.
9. Simmer for another 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
10. Season with salt to taste.
11. Serve the Merlot Peppercorn Steak Sauce alongside your favorite steak and enjoy!

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