au jus recipe

Au Jus Recipe

This au jus recipe is rich, savory, and perfect for serving with prime rib, roast beef, or French dip sandwiches. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this homemade sauce delivers deep beefy flavor without needing drippings. It is quick to prepare and works wonderfully as a dipping sauce or poured over mashed potatoes and meat dishes. Explore more delicious recipes like Au Jus Recipe on our website.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • ¼ cup red wine
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Whisk in the beef stock, red wine, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 to 10 minutes until slightly reduced and flavorful.
  4. Season with black pepper to taste.
  5. Serve warm with roast beef, prime rib, French dip sandwiches, or mashed potatoes.

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Servings: 8

Tips

  • For an au jus recipe without wine, replace the wine with extra beef stock.
  • Use low-sodium beef broth if beef stock is unavailable.
  • This easy au jus recipe can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze leftovers in small portions for quick future use.