Recipe for a classic Au Jus from pan drippings left from cooking your top round for a B.O.W.
CORNSTARCH ALERT: Cornstarch thickens traditional Au Jus. If you prefer ( like I do) a thinner Au Jus, reduce the amount of cornstarch or eliminate the steps involving it.
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Ingredients:
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of water
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Roast a beef roast until it reaches your desired doneness.
- Remove the roast from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before carving.
- Place the roasting pan over medium heat.
- Add the red wine to the pan and scrape up any brown bits on the bottom of the pan.
- Add the beef stock, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce to the pan.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes.
- Whisk together the cornstarch with the cold water in a small bowl until smooth.
- Slowly add the cornstarch mixture to the pan while whisking constantly.
- Continue to whisk until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
- Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any solids.