| Instructions: | 2 tb Unsalted butter 2 Shallots, finely chopped 1 tb Brandy 1/2 c Dry white wine 1/2 c Chicken stock 2 ts Green peppercorns, coarsely -crushed 3 tb Whipping cream 1 tb Chopped fresh parsley Fresh parsley sprig (opt)
Melt butter in a skillet. Add shallots and cook gently 3 minutes. Add brandy to pan and allow to heat through for a few seconds, then flame. When flames subside, add wine to shallots. Stir in stock and peppercorns and boil rapidly 2-3 minutes or until slightly reduced. Remove from heat and stir in cream and chopped parsley. Return to medium heat and heat through 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly. Garnish with parsley sprig, if desired. Makes 3/4 cup. NOTE: Serve hot with steaks, veal or fish dishes.
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