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Easy 15-Minute Creamy Peppercorn Sauce for Steak

A creamy, yellow peppercorn sauce topped with cracked black peppercorns, served in a white fluted ramekin.
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Make a rich, creamy peppercorn sauce quickly using simple pantry staples. This easy pan sauce delivers restaurant-quality flavor perfect for steak, chicken, or vegetables.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, coarsely cracked
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 shallot, minced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup brandy or dry red wine (optional)
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Place the cracked peppercorns in a small, dry skillet over medium heat. Toast for 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. If using, add the minced shallot and cook until soft, about 2 minutes.
  3. If using brandy or wine, pour it into the skillet. Let it bubble and reduce by half, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. This step adds depth, similar to what you might find with advanced meal planning techniques.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer. Cook until the liquid has reduced slightly, about 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and most of the toasted peppercorns (reserve some for garnish). Reduce the heat to low.
  6. Simmer gently, stirring often, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3 to 5 minutes. Do not boil rapidly.
  7. Taste the sauce and add salt as needed. If you want a sauce that rivals gourmet dinner ideas, be precise with seasoning.
  8. Serve immediately over steak or chicken, garnishing with the reserved cracked peppercorns.

Notes

  • For a sauce with a bolder flavor, use a mix of black, green, and white peppercorns.
  • If you skip the brandy, increase the beef broth slightly.
  • This sauce is excellent over grilled meat or even mashed potatoes.
  • If you are looking for quick savory sauce options, this recipe is faster than most meal delivery companies can provide.

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