More Than Gourmet Classic Roasted Vegetable Demi-Glace, 1.5 Ounces (Pack of 6)

I have been buying More Than Gourmet products for just about as long as they have been around. Some I purchase in the 16oz. tubs and others in these convenient 1.5 ounce pods. Before this came on the market I make my own stocks and glaces. It really took a lot of time and money (my kids used to hate it when they came home to wonderful, enticing aromas coming out of the kitchen only to discover that I was "cooking bones"). Although I usually like to do things from stratch this is one product that is as good as better (at least more consistent) than what I can make. It's no wonder that many professionals use this or one like it.One thing that I would like to mention: this is a demi-glace, not a "stock" and as such it has it's own unique uses. More Than Gourmet makes an excellent vegetable stock and I use it often. Veggie-Stock Gold is a classic 20 times reduction of clear vegetable stock with no starches added. It is a great start for soups or to add moisture and flavor to a wide variety of dishes.This product, Roasted Vegetable Demi-Glase has similar ingredients except that the vegetables have been roasted to add more flavor and color to the product and a starch has been added. Just like adding a roux (equal parts butter and flour, cooked slightly) thickens your sauce so will adding this. It is great for vegetarian versions of classic French sauces (Au Poivre, Wild Mushroom,etc.) that would usually be made with a veal or beef demi-glace. A little goes a long way and you would not believe how easy it is to whip up a sauce that will impress your guests and taste wonderful (a couple of recipes are included and more available on their own site).Both products, along with five or six of their other stocks and demi-glaces, are staples in my kitchen. If you are new to cooking you will love them. If you are a pro or have been doing this for a while then you know why you need them. I highly recommend!

So easy and quick to make your own gourmet restaurant-quality sauces or broth. I usually cook for two people only, and it would take a long time to use up this entire 16oz container before it spoils, so I fill small plastic zipper freezer bags with two tablespoons of demi glace, lasts much longer in the freezer without loss of quality. Very reasonably priced. I also like that it's full of flavor without being salty at all. You will love having this on hand for sauces or as a base for any soup broth.

I've used the demi-glace from "more than gourmet" for years now, it has the best flavoring by far (and adds that little extra punch of flavor when I am using say, standard veggie broth in a recipe for soups). The product is easy to use (and can even flavor plain water!). A good product, but you do need to refrigerate after opening.

I ordered 4 varieties, one being More Than Gourmet Classic Roastd Vegetable Demi-Glace, 1.5-Ounces (Pack of 6). This one came soft and of gelatin consistency. The supposedly chicken demi glaze came of very hard consistency, almost like hard glue, so this one called my attention. I immediately rinsed some pinto beans and filled a pot with the right amount of water to cook them and still have some gravy for the brown rice. When I used More Than Gourmet Classic Roastd Vegetable Demi-Glace, 1.5-Ounces (Pack of 6), after it dissolved I served myself a very small cup of the broth. Noticed very little salt. Also a very subtle taste, kind of bland and vague. I do understand that is the nature of vegetables, they are mild in flavor compared to chicken or beef. I liked the color of the water in the early stages and in the latter one I noticed it had caramelized somewhat and had become the perfect consistency to serve. I did add my bag of tricks to the concoction for they do require all manner of spices and herbs if it is to be truly vegetarian. I previously have purchased quite a few vegetable base products, for I have been always in search of the perfect stock in each category, and this one rose to the top. Once it thicken and the beans were soft and velvety and the mix of the other goodies, including caramelized onions, fresh ground garlic, wine, herbs, spices, sea salt, pepper, jalapeños properly macerated in olive oil and then lightly grilled to finally blended form, once the final product was ready everyone that ate it (Im just bragging, there were two of us at that time...) said it was magnifique and I congratulated the results by eating double. This one might not have a lot of taste but it certainly melted divinely and made an all vegetarian rendering quite the novelty act. 4 Stars.

This stuff is just elixir from the gods! Makes the best gravy, soups, casseroles, sauces!Sadly, it comes in a large quantity. Good news- keeps in fridge for 6 weeks!Best deal around!!!!

Delicious and easy to use. Used to buy the smaller packages, but this is nice to keep in the fridge. Will buy again.(First one did break open in mail and was replaced. Hope they ship a little differently now)

You can taste the burgundy in this but only just. I use it at a slightly higher concentration than the typical 1:4 ratio but that's because I have sinus issues and I need things a little stronger to taste them properly with anything I eat. I use this with various meats, it is also fantastic to stir into rice. It even takes the lowly "ramen" noodle and makes it something my vegetarian wife can enjoy. I use this everywhere I can. I bought the 6x1.5oz size because I wanted to make sure the flavor on this one was what I hoped it would be. I will be keeping the 1lb jars on hand from now on! Bravo! More than gourmet. Expect to have a very loyal customer from now on.