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Bay Leaf Sauce Recipe

Elevate your chicken or ham with this aromatic Bay Leaf Sauce! Ready in just 15 minutes, this simple recipe from RecipeGoldMine infuses your dish with rich, savory flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 691.8 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bay Leaf Sauce

  • Brown Sugar
  • Flour
  • Lemon, Juice Of
  • 4 fresh bay leaves
  • Water

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How to Make Bay Leaf Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups chicken broth, 4 fresh bay leaves, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low and cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen. Stir occasionally.
  4. Carefully remove the bay leaves from the sauce. (Use tongs or a slotted spoon to avoid splashing).
  5. Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any sediment for a smooth, refined finish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

639g

Fat

0g

Carbs

58g

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