The Pure Stock Co – Peppercorn Sauce
Apparently, Steak & Peppercorn Sauce is one of the most popular dishes eaten on Valentine’s Day, no surprise really as it’s a silky seductive sauce that packs a punch to stimulate the senses. However, if you want to make this a dish that will win over your partner then you’ve got to get the key ingredients right. Source your steak from a good local butcher, use green peppercorns - as they have a fruitier more subtle heat and of course it has to be proper beef stock. This is a pretty straightforward sauce to make and will complement the flavour of your steak beautifully.
Happy Cooking!
Phil Oram, Chef Owner of The Pure Stock Co

Defrost the Pure Beef Stock in a pan on a medium heat.
In another pan sweat the shallots in foaming butter until soft.
Add the brandy and reduce to a glaze.
Add ½ the peppercorns and squash in the pan to maximise flavour.
Add the stock and reduce by two thirds.
Pass through a sieve, squeezing all the ingredients with a spoon.
Add the rest of the peppercorns and enough cream to produce a silky consistency, simmer lightly to heat through.
Season to taste and serve with a local steak of your choice.
Ingredients
Directions
Defrost the Pure Beef Stock in a pan on a medium heat.
In another pan sweat the shallots in foaming butter until soft.
Add the brandy and reduce to a glaze.
Add ½ the peppercorns and squash in the pan to maximise flavour.
Add the stock and reduce by two thirds.
Pass through a sieve, squeezing all the ingredients with a spoon.
Add the rest of the peppercorns and enough cream to produce a silky consistency, simmer lightly to heat through.
Season to taste and serve with a local steak of your choice.