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Traditional Czech Svíčková Sauce

Name: Traditional Czech Svíčková Sauce
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Czech
Ingredients: 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 parsnips, peeled and sliced; 1 tbsp flour; 1/2 cup beef broth; 1/4 cup water; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tbsp vinegar

A rich and tangy Czech sauce made with root vegetables, onions, and mustard, typically served with beef.

30 minutes4 servings

Method

Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add carrots and parsnips, and cook for another 5 minutes.
Sprinkle with flour and stir to combine.
Add beef broth, water, mustard, sugar, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
Stir in vinegar and adjust seasoning as needed.

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