How to Use au jus in a Sentence

au jus

1 of 2 adjective
  • The brioche doughnut with aged beef au jus was out of this world.
    — Veronica Hinke, chicagotribune.com, 14 Dec. 2017
  • Once cooked, pour off excess liquid and save for an au jus sauce.
    — Xavier Cousens, WSJ, 4 Sep. 2020
  • When your friend offers you a bite of her brisket au jus on a baguette, just say yes.
    — Andrew Knowlton, Bon Appetit, 30 Jan. 2017
  • The bun is then dipped in au jus and the beef is slathered with horseradish.
    — Fox News, 12 Oct. 2022
  • The bones from the rabbit turned into an au jus, corn husks were used to make a broth.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 3 June 2022
  • The steak simmers in a velvety rich gravy infused with beef broth, butter, and au jus mix.
    — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2026
  • Prime rib supper includes three pounds of prime rib, au jus, horseradish cream sauce and sides.
    — Gege Reed, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Dec. 2025
  • This month, the quarrel will be settled by forfeit, as Cole’s makes its last dip in the au jus.
    — Jeff Weiss, Air Mail, 10 Jan. 2026
  • Mendez told him, pointing to the au jus chalk outline of his chicken Philly cheesesteak.
    — Carlos Frías, miamiherald, 11 Sep. 2017
  • The au jus seasoning is used in a marinade injected into the steaks.
    — David J. Neal, miamiherald, 16 Mar. 2018
  • Packages offer brisket with au jus, roasted chicken, or a brisket and chicken combo.
    — Holly Baumbach, chicagotribune.com, 25 Mar. 2021
  • Take that veal chop au jus, that white-truffle-and-quail-egg appetizer, and that chocolate sorbet.
    — Debbi Snook, cleveland.com, 24 Jan. 2018
  • Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix on top of the chuck roast, then sprinkle the dry au jus mix and place the stick of butter on top of the roast.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 25 Jan. 2018
  • The bread is then cut and roasted to serve with the chicken before being drenched in a thick fortified chicken au jus.
    — Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2022
  • Additionally, pour a few spoonfuls of remaining au jus sauce over the prime rib.
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
  • The roast cooks low and slow with ranch seasoning, au jus, and pepperoncini for a tangy, fork-tender result.
    — Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025
  • Dinners include au jus and creamy horseradish, house salad, mushrooms, mashed potatoes and corn.
    — Elaine Rewolinski, jsonline.com, 11 Dec. 2025
  • Brentwood’s version has supple shreds of roast beef on buttery bread with generous cups of au jus and horseradish cream.
    — Dallas News, 6 July 2022
  • The dinner service features the roasted leg of lamb with gunpowder mash potatoes, roasted veggies, and lamb au jus.
    — Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
  • Add stock, au jus mix, and ranch seasoning; cook, whisking until no clumps remain and stock is gently simmering, about 5 minutes.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
  • Refrigerated roast beef in au jus, a tube of polenta, and can of beans taste totally new once paired with summer vegetables, cheese, and cilantro.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Aug. 2022
  • Chili, tomato parmesan soup, queso blanco and au jus at improper temperatures.
    — Ebony Day, The Arizona Republic, 14 Sep. 2020
  • Finishings of sauce poivrade, soubise, or au jus give the farm-to-table dishes the traditional French flair for which Highlands is known.
    — al, 3 Mar. 2020
  • Guests can choose from entrées like roast turkey with gravy and cranberry sauce, prime rib with au jus and horseradish or beef Wellington wrapped in a pastry crust with red wine bordelaise.
    — Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 21 Nov. 2025
  • The tavern's beef on weck whisperer works quietly behind the bar at the carving station, pulling the beef from a steam table of au jus, and then gently carving the meat for each sandwich against the grain.
    — Fox News, 12 Oct. 2022
  • Remove from heat, stir diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, chipotle pepper, 1 tablespoon au jus mix, and smoked paprika.
    — Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Arby’s version features slow-roasted beef, gooey Swiss cheese, pickled Giardiniera for a vinegary bite, and savory au jus for dipping.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026
  • Usher in the weekend by treating dad to Salty Sow’s signature 12-ounce prime rib dinner served with mashed potatoes, au jus and creamy horseradish ($29).
    — Georgann Yara, azcentral, 15 June 2020
  • Next, go for the monk fish osso bucco with saffron aborio rice; bone marrow fettuccine tossed with local trumpet mushrooms; chicken and waffles with a jalapeno cornbread waffle and maple bourbon au jus; or rack of lamb with couscous and salsa verde.
    — Lauren Saria, The Arizona Republic, 17 Sep. 2020
  • The meal includes prime rib with au jus and horseradish cream, jumbo lump crab cakes with Cajun lobster sauce, signature sous vide bacon, Caesar and garden salads, chateau potatoes, roasted broccoli with garlic butter and strawberry cheesecake.
    — Audrey Eads, Dallas News, 31 Mar. 2020

au jus

2 of 2 noun
  • The pile of roast beef comes with swiss cheese and jalapeno bacon jam, on a deli roll, with au jus on the side.
    — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
  • The steak simmers in a velvety rich gravy infused with beef broth, butter, and au jus mix.
    — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2026
  • These savory roast beef sliders are baked in a casserole dish, and served with au jus for dipping on the side.
    — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
  • Highlights include chicken sweet potato hash and prime rib with au jus and horseradish.
    — Ana Khan, Houston Chronicle, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Add chicken broth, 1 cup of the milk, ranch mix, au jus mix, pepperoncini, pepperoncini liquid, and black pepper.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Feb. 2026
  • Their $45 dinner menu offers eight choices for appetizers and six for entrees, including prime rib on a French roll with au jus and a truffle lobster melt and bisque.
    — Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 18 Feb. 2026
  • Arby’s version features slow-roasted beef, gooey Swiss cheese, pickled Giardiniera for a vinegary bite, and savory au jus for dipping.
    — Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2026

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