5 Holiday Recipes To Cook Together

Cognac-Herb Gravy
Makes 1 cup

Pan juices from Cornish game hens
4 Tbsp unsalted butter
¾ cup reduced-sodium chicken stock
1 tsp chopped fresh sage
1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons plus 1 tsp Cognac
1½ tsp cornstarch mixed with 1½ tsp cold water
Salt
Pepper

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Partner 1: Skim excess fat from pan juices.

Meanwhile, Partner 2:

1. Place a pan over heat and whisk in butter.

2. When butter is melted, add chicken stock, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

3. Stir cognac and fresh thyme and allow to cook for 5 minutes.

4. Stir in cornstarch mixture and cook for one minute.

5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

 

 

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Photo: Rebekah Peppler

Finally: Enjoy the feast you've created as a couple!

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