Brennan's Marchand De Vin Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the rich, savory depths of Brennan's Marchand de Vin Sauce, a culinary masterpiece born in the heart of New Orleans. This piquant sauce, a staple of classic Creole cuisine, boasts a complex blend of sautéed aromatics, earthy mushrooms, and a robust wine reduction. Perfect for drizzling over steak, chicken, or even a simple bowl of pasta, this recipe transports you straight to the French Quarter with each delicious bite. Easy to follow instructions for a restaurant-quality sauce in your own kitchen!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 331.5 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Brennan's Marchand De Vin Sauce

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How to Make Brennan's Marchand De Vin Sauce

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 scallions, thinly sliced; and 4 ounces of diced ham. Sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.
  2. Add 8 ounces of sliced cremini mushrooms. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Whisk in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 4 minutes to create a roux. Gradually whisk in 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, 1 1/2 cups beef stock, 1/2 cup dry red wine (like Cabernet Sauvignon or Burgundy), 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, and 1 bay leaf.
  4. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.
  6. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

74g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Brennan's Marchand De Vin Sauce?

Brennan's Marchand De Vin Sauce takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Brennan's Marchand De Vin Sauce?

Brennan's Marchand De Vin Sauce has approximately 331.5 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 36 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Brennan's Marchand De Vin Sauce?

The key ingredients for Brennan's Marchand De Vin Sauce are Butter, Onion, Garlic, Scallion, Boiled Ham, Mushroom. See the full list with measurements above.

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