⅔ cup crunchy peanut butter

1½ cups unsweetened canned coconut milk

¼ cup fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons soy sauce

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 teaspoon grated gingerroot

2 teaspoons minced garlic Ground cayenne or crushed red pepper flakes to taste

¼ cup low-sodium beef broth

¼ cup half-and-half or heavy cream

• In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the peanut butter, coconut milk, lime juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and cayenne.

• Stirring constantly, cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens, about 15 minutes.

• Remove the sauce from the heat and add the beef broth and cream. Using a hand mixer, blend until smooth. Heat briefly just prior to serving.