RED WINE, HERB AND ONION GRAVY

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Provided by English_Rose

Categories Sauces

Time 1h

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

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1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons butter
2 red onions, finely sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
4 teaspoons plain flour
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 2/3 cups red wine
2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons sage, chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the olive oil and butter.
Once the butter has melted add the onions and garlic. Gently fry for at least 15 minutes, stirring regularly, until the onions are very soft.
Stir in the flour, mixing thoroughly.
Gradually add the stock, stirring constantly.
Pour in the wine, continuing to stir.
Add the herbs and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring now and again.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.5, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 9.5, Sodium 238.8, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 5.3, Protein 4.9