Marchand de vin sauce (Slideshow version)

Marchand de vin sauce : Photo of step #26

Stage 6/7 : 10 min.

Put the pan back on low heat and when the liquid is hot, incorporate 125 g butter (very cold) a piece at a time, while beating.

This process is known as "finishing" the sauce ("monter au beurre" in French), and makes it smooth and glossy.

Check seasoning.

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