Shelly's Recipe

SHALLOT BACON BUTTER SAUCE

Category: Sauces - Miscellaneous

1/4 lb peppered bacon
1/4 cup shallots, diced
1 tbsp chives, chopped
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tbsp heavy cream
1 cup cold butter, cut into chunks
Salt and pepper, to taste

In a heavy skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove from pan, reserving 1 tbsp of bacon grease; drain any remaining grease from the pan. Coarsely chop bacon; set aside.

Return 1 tbsp bacon fat to skillet. Add shallots, chives, white wine, and white wine vinegar; bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce liquid to 2 tbsp Add cream and bring to a boil. Whisk in butter until melted, add in chopped bacon and continue stirring until sauce is hot. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Pairs well with vegetables, turkey, steak and potatoes. Store sauce in refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat to serve. Makes 1 1/2 cups