Merlot Beef Gravy

This flavorful beef gravy starts with a golden roux and comes together in under an hour, making a versatile sauce that complements any meal.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 36 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• salt to taste
• 2 cups beef stock
• freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons clarified butter
• 3 tablespoons merlot (such as Naked Grape® Unoaked Merlot), or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat. Whisk in flour to form a thick, foamy mixture. Continue cooking, whisking constantly, until flour has turned golden blonde in color, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat; let roux cool until warm, at least 10 minutes.n

Step 2

Return the saucepan to medium heat. Whisk beef stock into the roux. Bring to a simmer. Stir in parsley; add salt to taste. Stir in merlot 1 tablespoon at a time. Grind in black pepper to taste. Simmer until thickened, 15 to 20 minutes.n