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    Au Jus Recipe

    Published: Nov 16, 2022 Modified: Dec 19, 2022 by Isabel Laessig

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    Learn how to make the best Au Jus for Prime Rib with only 3 simple ingredients, plus pan drippings, following my easy recipe! It takes just 5 minutes to make and is the most delicious au jus for beef. Plus, homemade beef au jus is perfect for keeping your leftovers nice and juicy!

    au jus sauce for prime rib in a metal bowl with a whisk
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    • How to Make Au Jus
    • Can I Use Beef Broth Instead of Au Jus
    • How to Store Au Jus
    • How to Freeze Au Jus
    • Au Jus Recipes FAQs
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    Prime Rib Au Jus

    Roast Beef is one of my favorite meals to make for my family - especially prime rib! Whenever I make prime rib at home, I like to save the pan drippings to make a sauce. It's the best way to keep the meat tender and moist even when reheating it. You can even use it to make Leftover Roast Beef Sandwiches!

    Prime rib pan drippings are just what you need to make the most incredible homemade au jus for beef! Using an easy 5-minute method, I will show you how to make au jus with a beef base from prime rib drippings and 3 other simple ingredients.

    I also love making roast beef! It is so good when paired with my dutch oven pot roast recipe. Pair Au Jus with your holiday prime rib or smoked beef brisket. It adds juice and makes all beef recipes just a bit better. Enjoy!

    Thank you for this easy recipe. It came out perfectly and it was so easy!

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    au jus for prime rib in a bowl next to slices of prime rib

    Au Jus Ingredients

    • beef broth or juices from prime rib
    • Worcestershire sauce
    • red wine
    • drippings from prime rib
    Pouring au jus over prime rib

    How to Make Au Jus

    1. Place the roasting pan from cooking prime rib on the stove over low heat after removing the roast from the pan. If you prefer, you can also use a separate pan to cook the beef au jus.
    2. Whisk Worcestershire Sauce and Red Wine into the dish along with drippings from the beef. If using the original roasting pan, scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor. A wooden spoon works best for this.
    3. Add Beef Broth or juices from the prime rib. Bring to a simmer. Serve hot with sliced prime rib, and enjoy!
    Prime rib for au jus on a roasting rack

    Can I Use Beef Broth Instead of Au Jus

    Beef broth can be used substitute for pan drippings. You will not get the depth of flavor from the drippings but it is a great substitute when in a pinch.

    How to Store Au Jus

    Allow your beef au jus to cool, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

    How to Freeze Au Jus

    Let your au jus cool first, then store in an airtight, freezer-safe container with enough room for expansion at the top (at least an inch of space). Store in the freezer for up to 3 months and reheat on low heat over the stove. Alternatively, store in an ice cube tray, then transfer to a freezer bag, for individual portions of au jus.

    Au Jus Recipes FAQs

    What is au jus?

    Au jus is a light sauce made from the pan drippings of beef, pork, or chicken. Beef au jus is a common dipping sauce for roast beef sandwiches like the French Dip Sandwich, and pairs especially well with prime rib.

    What's the difference between gravy and au jus?

    Gravy is thicker than au jus, typically using a thickener such as cornstarch or flour, and is poured over a meal, while au jus uses no thickener and is most often used as a light sauce for dipping.

    What is au jus made of?

    Beef au jus sauce uses the drippings of a beef roast, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth or the juices from roast beef, and red wine.

    What type of red wine should you use in au jus?

    Use a dry red drinking wine, not a cooking wine, for best results. The au jus will contain the flavors of the wine you use, so you want to use one you will enjoy.

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    Try one of my amazing prime rib recipes for au jus! Follow my guide on the Best Way to Cook Prime Rib Roast and pick your favorite below:

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    Au jus for prime rib in a white bowl mixing with red wine

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    Au Jus for Prime Rib

    Learn how to make the best Au Jus for Prime Rib with only 3 simple ingredients, plus pan drippings, following my easy 5-minute recipe!
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Sauce
    Cuisine: American, French
    Keyword: au jus, au jus recipe, how to make au jus, Prime rib au jus
    Servings: 2 cups or so
    Calories: 117kcal
    Author: Isabel Laessig

    Equipment

    • Roasting pan from roast beef, or saucepan
    • Wooden spoon or spatula

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup beef broth or juices from prime rib
    • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 cup red wine
    • drippings from prime rib

    Instructions

    • Place the roasting pan from cooking prime rib on the stove over low heat after removing the roast from the pan. If you prefer, you can also use a separate pan to cook the beef au jus.
      Whisk Worcestershire Sauce and Red Wine into the dish along with drippings from the beef. If using the original roasting pan, scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan for extra flavor. A wooden spoon works best for this.
      1 cup red wine, drippings from prime rib, 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
      Au jus for prime rib in a white bowl mixing with red wine
    • Add Beef Broth or juices from the prime rib. Bring to a simmer. Serve hot with sliced prime rib, and enjoy!
      1 cup beef broth
      Mixing au jus in a white bowl

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    Notes

    How to Store Au Jus
    • Allow your beef au jus to cool, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
    How to Freeze Au Jus
    • Let your au jus cool first, then store in an airtight, freezer-safe container with enough room for expansion at the top (at least an inch of space). Store in the freezer for up to 3 months and reheat on low heat over the stove. Alternatively, store in an ice cube tray, then transfer to a freezer bag, for individual portions of au jus.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 534mg | Potassium: 285mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg

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    About Isabel Laessig

    Isabel Laessig, better known as Family Foodie and the founder of the Sunday Supper Movement, is passionate about food and family! She is the author of the Boujee Steak Cookbook, and makes regular television appearances to spread her mission of bringing Sunday Supper back around the family table in every home.

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    1. Donna says

      December 22, 2021 at 7:05 am

      5 stars
      Love this site.Very easy to understand.

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      • Em Beitel says

        December 23, 2021 at 11:48 am

        Thanks so much, Donna!

        Reply
    2. Mary says

      December 25, 2021 at 3:47 pm

      Can you make au jus with just beef broth and Worcestershire sauce ?

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      • Em Beitel says

        December 28, 2021 at 2:51 pm

        Yes, absolutely. Just substitute the wine for more broth. Enjoy!

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    3. Deborah says

      March 08, 2022 at 5:24 am

      I am not a fan of Worcestershire sauce is it necessary? better yet can you just use beef brother and drippings?

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      • Em Beitel says

        March 09, 2022 at 12:27 pm

        Hi Deborah! Worcestershire sauce adds some flavor, but it isn't necessary. You can use just beef broth and drippings if you prefer. The taste will be different, but it will still be an au jus! Enjoy!

        Reply
    4. Jodi Cassell says

      January 02, 2023 at 12:25 am

      5 stars
      Love this simple recipe - all you need for a great au jus! I looked at another recipe that has all sorts of things in it, then found your more highly rated recipe that made a lot more sense. Thank you!!! Now I will follow your recipe site for sure!

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      • Em Beitel says

        January 09, 2023 at 1:18 pm

        Thank you so much, Jodi! We're so glad you enjoyed it and that we could be of help to you!

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