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Simple Creamy Peppercorn Sauce

A rich, velvety peppercorn cream sauce perfect for steak, chicken, or vegetables.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 shallot finely minced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1.5 tsp black peppercorns coarsely crushed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.25 tsp salt to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add shallot and cook until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add crushed peppercorns and toast briefly.
  5. Pour in cream and stir to combine.
  6. Add Dijon mustard and salt, then simmer gently until thickened.
  7. Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

Notes

Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.