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Wine Reduction Frozen Cubes Recipe

Revolutionize your cooking with these amazing Wine Reduction Frozen Cubes! Perfect for adding depth and complexity to your favorite dishes without the hassle of opening a whole bottle of wine each time. This make-ahead recipe lets you freeze the rich, concentrated flavor of your choice of red or white wine (or both!). Simply add a cube or two to your sauce, stew, or marinade for an instant boost of flavor. Each cube equals approximately 2-3 tablespoons of reduced wine (equivalent to 1-1 1/2 cups of unreduced wine). Save time and elevate your culinary creations with this genius time-saving technique! Inspired by Eleanor Hetz (Chicago Tribune, 2/05).

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 125 mins
Calories 175.1 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 3.5 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Wine Reduction Frozen Cubes

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How to Make Wine Reduction Frozen Cubes

  1. Heat 1 liter of your favorite red or white wine (or a combination) to a boil in a large, non-aluminum saucepan.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low.
  3. Simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the wine is reduced to approximately 500ml (2 cups), about 90 minutes. (Note: cooking time may vary depending on your stove and the type of wine used.)
  4. Remove from heat and let cool completely for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the reduction to fully chill.
  6. Pour the chilled wine reduction into ice cube trays.
  7. Freeze until solid.
  8. Once frozen, pop the cubes out of the trays and transfer them to a freezer-safe bag for long-term storage.
  9. Store frozen cubes for up to 12 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

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Time To Make Course Preparation Low Protein Healthy 5 Ingredients Or Less Very Low Carbs Beverages Easy Low Fat Dietary Low Sodium Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something 4 Hours Or Less