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Red Wine Reduction Steak Sauce

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"Delicious red wine-based sauce that pairs perfectly with filet mignon or New York strip steaks. This can also go well with a roast or prime rib." — Randy

Directions

Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat; cook and stir the yellow and red onion, shallots, garlic, tomato, carrots, and mushrooms until the onions are translucent and the carrots have softened, 10 to 15 minutes. Pour in the beef broth and 1 cup of Merlot, and bring to a boil, scraping and dissolving any browned bits of flavor from the bottom of the pan. Reduce heat, and simmer until the vegetables are very soft and the pan juices have reduced by half, about 20 minutes.
Strain out and discard the vegetables from the sauce. Return the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat, stir in 1/4 cup of Merlot wine, and reduce heat. Simmer the sauce until it is reduced to 1/4 of its original volume, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes.

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PREP 20 mins
COOK 50 mins
READY IN 1 hr 10 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Feb 19, 2010

Randy knows what he is talking about! Fantastic reduction! One suggestion for a richer sauce, after reducing, melt in 1 pat of butter and stir until creamy smooth. Fantastic with a standing rib roast! Also try this, my favorite with this reduction! Carmalize fresh sliced mushrooms and thinly sliced red onions in a little butter and olive oil. Spoon over steak or roast slices and pour some reduction over all. Yum!

—Terri

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jun 25, 2011

I'm a bit surprised by the number of numerous 4-5 star ratings on this sauce. I was not satisfied at all with it. It was way too sweet for me and it lacked the complexity that I was expecting from all of the ingredients that went into it. I have made spur of the moment pan reductions that had more flavor and nuance.

—KHC

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Oct 13, 2010

My husband and I have been searching a long time for the perfect red wine sauce to go on top of any steak and we have found it! I followed the recipe exactly and the result was spectacular. It was the best steak sauce I have ever made or paid for, and it is not that hard. I put the sauce on top of a filet with sautéed onions & cremini mushrooms and as gravy for the mashed potatoes, it was perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe

—Mom_of_2

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Dec 30, 2010

This was the perfect reduction. I didn't have any shallots or mushrooms (sadly because I love them) but used some celery and it still came out very tasty.

—Mrs. Burleson

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Mar 28, 2011

This was quite tasty. I think I'll change up the veggie mix a little next time, but it came out strong and delicious.

—HongKongCV

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Jan 28, 2011

This is a delicious recipe. I have changed it up a little by using olive oil for the saute, then adding only a TB butter at the end to finish it with a beautiful sheen.

—Patryska

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Jan 19, 2011

This was AWESOME drizzled over beef wellington. I've always been told to cook with wine you would also drink, so I used a shiraz/cab blend that I sipped on. Thanks for sharing!

—jill

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Oct 15, 2010

This sauce is fantastic!!! I will make time and time again....

—rv8erdonna

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Nutrition

Calories
252 kcal
13%

Carbohydrates
25.2 g
8%

Cholesterol
23 mg
8%

Fat
9.5 g
15%

Fiber
5 g
20%

Protein
6.4 g
13%

Sodium
477 mg
19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Red Wine Reduction Steak Sauce

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 252
Calories from Fat: 86

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.5g 15 %
Saturated Fat 5.7g 28 %
Cholesterol 23mg 8 %
Sodium 477mg 19 %
Potassium 977mg 27 %
Total Carbohydrates 25.2g 8 %
Dietary Fiber 5g 20 %
Protein 6.4g 13 %
Sugars 9.8g
Vitamin A 394 %
Vitamin C 27 %
Calcium 10 %
Iron 18 %
** Thiamin 23 %
Niacin 48 %
Vitamin B6 31 %
Magnesium 16 %
Folate 31 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.