Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine wine, shallot, thyme, and bay leaf.
  2. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer briskly, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until reduced by one-half.
  4. Remove bay leaf and discard.
  5. Combine beef broth and cornstarch.
  6. Stir into wine mixture.
  7. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly, then cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes more.
  8. Add butter, lemon juice, parsley, and pepper.
  9. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes.
  10. Serve over roasted potatoes or whatever meat you choose. I typically serve with chicken.