Imagine transforming your ordinary meal into a gourmet experience with a luxuriously smooth, rich pepper sauce that will make your taste buds dance! This Easy Creamy Pepper Sauce is the culinary magic trick every home cook needs in their recipe arsenal. Whether you're looking to elevate a simple chicken dish, drizzle over pasta, or impress dinner guests with minimal effort, this French-inspired sauce is your ticket to instant kitchen stardom. Get ready to discover how just a few simple ingredients can create a sauce so delectable, you'll want to pour it on everything!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon cracked black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure they are measured and ready before starting.
- Place a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat and add olive oil and butter, allowing them to melt together and create a smooth base.
- Once the butter is completely melted and starts to shimmer, reduce the heat to low to prevent burning.
- Pour in the heavy cream slowly, stirring continuously to prevent separation and ensure a smooth consistency.
- Add the cracked black pepper directly into the cream mixture, stirring gently to distribute evenly throughout the sauce.
- Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and promote even heating.
- Taste the sauce and add salt gradually, adjusting to your preferred seasoning level.
- Continue cooking until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon, which typically takes about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce rest for 1-2 minutes to allow further thickening.
- Serve immediately over your preferred protein, pasta, or vegetable dish.
Tips
- Use freshly cracked black pepper for the most vibrant flavor - pre-ground pepper won't give you the same intense taste.
- Keep the heat low and slow when adding cream to prevent curdling and ensure a silky smooth texture.
- For extra richness, use European-style butter with a higher fat content.
- If the sauce becomes too thick, thin it out with a little warm milk or chicken stock.
- For a gourmet touch, finish the sauce with a splash of white wine or a sprinkle of fresh herbs like thyme or chives.
- Always taste and adjust seasoning gradually - you can add more salt, but you can't take it away!
- This sauce is best served immediately, but can be gently reheated if needed, stirring constantly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 300kcal
Carbohydrates: 3g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 100mg
