Gluten-Free Creamy Peppercorn Sauce

Elevate your meals with this decadent Gluten-Free Creamy Peppercorn Sauce, a luxurious blend of bold black peppercorns, velvety heavy cream, and rich cognac or brandy. Perfectly balanced with the sweetness of sautéed shallots and garlic, this indulgent sauce thickened with a gluten-free cornstarch slurry is ideal for drizzling over steaks, roasted vegetables, or chicken. With a cook time of just 25 minutes, this recipe is a quick and easy way to impress at your next dinner party, offering restaurant-quality flavor without compromising on dietary needs. Whether you're gluten-sensitive or simply looking for a versatile sauce with a kick of spice, this creamy peppercorn recipe is your ticket to culinary perfection!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Black peppercorns, crushed
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Shallots, finely chopped
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Cognac or brandy
• 3 cups Gluten-free beef stock
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Begin by crushing the peppercorns using a mortar and pestle or by placing them in a zip-top bag and crushing them with a rolling pin until coarse. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped shallots and minced garlic to the melted butter. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes, until the shallots are tender and translucent.

Step 4

Carefully add the cognac or brandy to the saucepan. Allow it to simmer and reduce by half, stirring occasionally. This should take about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Once reduced, pour in the gluten-free beef stock and bring to a simmer. Allow to simmer for about 5 minutes for flavors to blend.

Step 6

Stir in the crushed peppercorns and heavy cream, mixing until well combined.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth.

Step 8

Gradually add the cornstarch mixture to the pan, stirring constantly until the sauce begins to thicken.

Step 9

Season with salt according to taste. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Once the sauce has reached the desired consistency, remove from heat. Serve the creamy peppercorn sauce immediately over your choice of steak, chicken, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1294.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1678.1

Total Fat 104.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 305.8mg	0%
Sodium 3997.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 1.3g
Protein 8.2g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 74.7mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 371.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.7%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 8.2%