Mutton with Currant Jelly Sauce

A classic dish of cold cooked mutton slices served with a rich and flavorful currant jelly sauce, enhanced with sherry wine.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.0625 teaspoon Black pepper (Pinch)
  • 1 cup Brown stock
  • 0.333 cup Currant jelly
  • 1.5 tablespoons Sherry wine
  • 6 slices Cold cooked mutton slices

Instructions

  1. 1In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until lightly browned. This will take about 2 minutes.
  2. 2Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk constantly for 1 minute to create a roux. This will thicken the sauce.
  3. 3Add the salt and pepper to the roux. Gradually whisk in the brown stock, ensuring there are no lumps. This should take about 3 minutes.
  4. 4Add the currant jelly to the sauce and stir until it is completely melted and incorporated. This will take about 2 minutes.
  5. 5Add the cold cooked mutton slices to the sauce and heat through gently. This should take about 5 minutes.
  6. 6Stir in the sherry wine just before serving. This will add a final touch of flavor. Serve immediately.
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