Classic Demi-Glace Sauce

Make the herb sachet: Place the thyme, parsley stems, bay leaf, and peppercorns in the middle of a 6-inch square of cheesecloth. Gather the edges to form a pouch. Tie with a piece of string. Sally Vargas / Simply Recipes Sally Vargas / Simply Recipes Reduce the stock and sauce: In a large heavy bottomed pot, combine the beef or veal stock and espagnole sauce. Add the herb sachet. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Adjust the heat to a simmer, and cook uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the sauce has been reduced by half. In the end you should have about 2 cups of sauce. Sally Vargas / Simply Recipes Sally Vargas / Simply Recipes Strain the sauce: Remove the herb sachet. Set a fine mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth over a medium bowl and strain the sauce. Sally Vargas / Simply Recipes Season and storage: If using as is, season with salt to taste and add dry sherry. If using it to make another sauce, do not add the salt. Refrigerate for up to 5 days, or store in the freezer in small portions for up to 6 months. Did you love this recipe? Give us some stars below! Sally Vargas / Simply Recipes