Red Wine Reduction Sauce

Ever wonder what to do with leftover wine? This red wine reduction sauce is the perfect way for oenophiles of all levels to use up wine from last night or to put that just-opened bottle to use for something besides sipping. Half a cup of wine can be reduced into a rich sauce for two. This one is simple and fast to make. You can easily drizzle it over a filet or pork chops, or even use it as a base to braise short ribs. No need for culinary school to achieve success here, even the kitchen rookie can accomplish this rich sauce.

olive oil, for coating the pan
¼ cup shallots, minced
½ cup red wine (Merlot works really well)
½ cup beef stock
2 Tbsp.butter
1 Tbsp. rosemary, chopped, optional

In a saute pan, over medium high heat, add enough olive oil to coat the pan. Add the shallots and cook until translucent.

Add the red wine and the stock and reduce by half.

Add the butter and chopped rosemary.

Makes enough for 2 servings.