Bourbon Mustard Sauce

Bourbon Mustard Sauce

2 T. butter

1/4 C. chopped shallot

1 garlic clove minced

1/2 C. good bourbon

3/4 C. heavy cream

3/4 C. beef stock

3 T. grainy mustard

salt

freshly ground pepper

In a heavy saucepan melt the butter. Add the shallots and the garlic and cook without browning for 3 minutes over medium heat.

Add the bourbon and reduce by half. Whisk in the beef broth, cream, mustard and salt. Reduce by one-third, about 15 minutes.

Taste and adjust flavorings.