Dijon Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Dijon Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 shallot, minced; 2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, minced; 2 tablespoons cognac; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 cup beef stock; 1/2 cup heavy cream; cayenne pepper, to taste; salt, to taste; fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1
in the same frying pan over medium heat, melt the butter.
2
Add the shallot and parsley and saute until the shallot is softened, 2-3 minutes.
3
Remove the pan from heat and add the Cognac.
4
Briefly return to the heat to warm; then remove from the heat again to ignite the Cognac using a long kitchen match, making sure the overhead fan is off and averting your eyes. Keep a lid handly in case the flame should flare up.
5
When the flame has burned out, return the pan to high heat and whisk in the mustard, tomato paste, reserved 1 Tb rub, and beef stock.
6
Cook, whisking often, to reduce the sauce by half, 4-5 minutes.
7
Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the cream and cayenne to taste.
8
Add any accumulated juices from the steaks. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
9
To serve, spoon a generous amount of sauce over the steaks and serve at once. Pass any extra sauce at the table.

138

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 shallot, minced, 2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, minced, 2 tablespoons cognac, and more.

Yes, Dijon Cream Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Dijon Cream Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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