Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      cup           fresh mint -- chopped
   2      tablespoons   fresh mint -- chopped
     1/3  cup           minced shallots
     1/2  cup           beef broth
   6      tablespoons   red wine vinegar
     1/4  cup           sugar
   2      teaspoons     cornstarch

Preparation:

1. combine 1 cup mint, broth, shallots, vinegar and sugar in heavy small nonaluminum saucepan. 2. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves; simmer 2 minutes and remove from heat. 3. Cover and let stand for 2 hours. 4. Strain sauce into large glass measuring cup, place cornstarch in same saucepan, gradually whisk in sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until sauce thickens slightly and turns translucent, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. 5. Stir in remaining 2 Tbsp chopped mint and season to taste with salt and pepper. Notes: Can be prepared 1 day ahead, covered and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.