Simple wine sauce with black pepper

Ingredients:

• 2 tsp black peppercorns
• 2 cups red wine
• 4 fresh sprigs of thyme
• 1 short sprig of fresh rosemary
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons salted butter

Preparation:

1. Lightly crush the peppercorns with a mortar and pestle (or place them in a plastic bag and smash with a hammer).
2. Combine the peppercorns, red wine, thyme, rosemary, and shallots in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer until reduced by half, 40-45 minutes.
3. Strain the sauce and return it to the pan over medium heat. Add the butter and stir until melted. Season with salt to taste. Serve the sauce warm.