Merlot and redcurrant gravy recipe

Merlot and redcurrant gravy

A glug of Merlot pairs beautifully with tart redcurrant jelly to makes this easy gravy extra rich

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  • Serves 6
  • 5 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook
  • 73 calories / serving

Ingredients

  • ½ tbsp olive oil
  • 150g shallots, finely chopped
  • 6 thyme sprigs
  • 2 tsp redcurrant jelly
  • 200ml Merlot, or other red wine
  • 1 tsp English mustard
  • 2 tsp plain flour
  • 450ml pack Tesco Finest beef stock

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Each serving contains

Energy
305kJ 73.0kcal
4%
Fat
2g
low2%
Saturates
1g
low3%
Salt
0.6g
medium9%
Sugars
2g
low2%

of the Reference intake

Carbohydrate 2.9gProtein 5.4gFibre 0.4g

Method

  1. Heat the oil in a saucepan over a medium heat and cook the shallots and thyme for 5 mins or until softened. Add the redcurrant jelly, cook for 2 mins more, then pour in the wine and simmer for 5 mins.
  2. Whisk in the mustard until smooth. Simmer for 2 mins more, then slowly whisk in the stock. Simmer for 5 mins, season to taste, then pour through a sieve or strainer and transfer to a serving jug.
    • Freezing and defrosting guidelines

      In order to enjoy optimum flavour and quality, frozen items are best used within 3 months of their freezing date. Always defrost and heat thoroughly before eating. For more tips on freezing and defrosting food, read our article Love Your Freezer.

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