The Best Sauce For Meat Comes Right From The Source - Chowhound

Westend61/Getty Images The best sauce for your meat isn't hard to find — it's made right in the pan from the fond, those flavorful browned bits left after searing. These caramelized pieces form during the Maillard reaction, the process that causes meat to change color and creates its beautiful and delicious crust. Packed with umami, the fond adds depth and richness when transformed into a velvety pan sauce. It…