Step 1

Add the red wine and shallots to a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the liquid by half, about 8 - 10 minutes.

Step 2

Dissolve Roasted Beef Base in water.

Step 3

Add the Roasted Beef Base broth, pepper and sugar to the pan and bring to a boil. Reduce by half, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the port wine and cook for 1 minute more.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly whisk in the butter, 1 tablespoon at a time.

Step 6

Serve immediately.