Step 1

In a medium saucepan bring water to a boil.

Step 2

Reduce heat to medium-low and whisk in the beef base, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, balsamic and pepper.

Step 3

Pour 1/4 cup of cold water into a measuring cup. Add 1 teaspoon cornstarch and whisk until smooth. Add to simmering broth mixture in pan. Whisk, turn up heat to medium high.

Step 4

Add 1 tablespoon butter to hot au jus, whisk until melted. Serve while hot.