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Easy Au Jus

A simple and flavorful au jus recipe perfect for dipping sandwiches or serving with roast beef.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute until lightly browned.
  3. Gradually add beef broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
  4. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  5. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, use homemade beef broth or add a splash of red wine.

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