Brown all Base Butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until golden brown and fragrant. Whisk in all Flour and cook for 2-3 minutes to create a roux.
Gradually whisk in all Liquid ingredients, starting with the Chicken Stock, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20-25 minutes. Stir in Sherry.
Stir in all Flavor ingredients and cook for another 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and stir in all Finishing Heavy Cream. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm.
Ingredients
3
4 tbsp60 mLButter
3 tbsp45 mLAll-Purpose Flour
3 cups720 mLChicken Stock
1 cup240 mLApple Cider
2 tbsp30 mLDry Sherry
1.5 tbsp22.5 mLFresh Sage-chopped
1/2 tsp2.5 mLDried Thyme
1/4 tsp1.25 mLWhite Pepper
3/4 tsp3.75 mLSalt
1 tsp5 mLHeavy Cream
Equipment
Medium saucepan
Whisk
Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions
Brown all Base Butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until golden brown and fragrant. Whisk in all Flour and cook for 2-3 minutes to create a roux.
Gradually whisk in all Liquid ingredients, starting with the Chicken Stock, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a simmer.
Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20-25 minutes. Stir in Sherry.
Stir in all Flavor ingredients and cook for another 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Remove from heat and stir in all Finishing Heavy Cream. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm.
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