Great Gravy

Directions

1. 1
   Melt 1 Tbls.
2. 2
   butter in skillet that steaks have been browned in.
3. 3
   Add shallots and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Stir in broth, scraping up browned bits.
5. 5
   Boil until reduced by half.
6. 6
   Add cognac and boil 1 minute.
7. 7
   Reduce heat to low.
8. 8
   Whisk in butter 1 piece at a time.
9. 9
   Season with salt and pepper.
10. 10
    Prepare bearnaise sauce according to direction on package.
11. 11
    Whisk into other sauce.
12. 12
    You can use either sauce alone if you prefer.