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creamy pepper sauce

Creamy Pepper Sauce That Elevates Any Meat Dish

This creamy pepper sauce elevates any meal with its rich flavor and gluten-free profile.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Feel free to use olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 medium Red Onion Can substitute with yellow onion or shallots.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic is best.
For the Flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Cracked Black Pepper Toasting enhances its aroma.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be substituted.
For the Creamy Texture
  • 1 cup Whipping/Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a non-dairy alternative.
  • ½ lemon Juice Adds brightness.
  • to taste Salt Adjust as needed.

Equipment

  • Frying pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat, swirling to coat evenly.
  2. Add the finely chopped red onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until soft.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the fresh cracked black pepper, bay leaf, and thyme, toasting for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine; let it come to a gentle simmer.
  6. Squeeze lemon juice into the sauce and add salt to taste.
  7. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  8. Remove the bay leaf before serving hot over meats.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This sauce pairs well with grilled steak, chicken, or pork and is perfect for impressing guests.

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