Comfort Classics Gift Crate

Send friends and family the gift of time. Our signature set features three braising sauces that make it easy to whip up a great meal any night of the week – without all the prep work. Arriving in a reusable wooden crate, the culinary collection also includes a durable wooden spoon and two absorbent kitchen towels.

Set includes (see More Info tab for details):

• Coq Au Vin Braising Sauce
• Meyer Lemon Braising Sauce
• Short Rib Braising Sauce
• FSC Wood Spoon
• 2 Sicily Towels
• Reusable Wooden Crate

• Coq Au Vin Braising Sauce: Inspired by the classic French dish, our rich sauce combines full-bodied red wine with mushrooms, garlic and herbs. (1 lb. 8.5 oz.; makes 4–6 servings)
• Meyer Lemon Braising Sauce: Our slow-simmered sauce blends Meyer lemons with roasted garlic and California chardonnay, highlighted by Dijon mustard and herbs. (1 lb. 8.5 oz.; makes 4–6 servings)
• Short Rib Braising Sauce: Enjoy the rich, satisfying flavors of home-cooked short ribs with our blend of Burgundy and port wine, veal demi-glace, aromatic vegetables, balsamic vinegar and herbs. (1 lb. 8.5 oz.; makes 4–6 servings)
• FSC Wood Spoon: Crafted in Italy of FSC-certified maple, our durable spoon is ideal for mixing, stirring and serving. Made in Italy. (11 3/4" long)
• Sicily Towels: Each of our twill-woven cotton towels features a floral motif framed by Sicilian-inspired designs. Made in India. (set of two; 30" x 20")
• Reusable Wooden Crate: Crafted of balsa wood, this reusable crate features a sliding top and our logo on the side. Made in China. (13 1/2" x 11 1/2" x 5" high; 1 lb. 9 oz.)

Coq Au Vin Braising Sauce

Receiving Instructions

• Store unopened at room temperature. Once opened, store in refrigerator.
• Product may separate. Shake well before use.

Coq Au Vin Recipe

• Season 4-lb. (2-kg) chicken, cut into 8 serving pieces, with salt and pepper. In Dutch oven over medium-high heat, warm 1 Tbs. oil. Add 8 oz. (250g) diced bacon and cook until browned, 5–8 minutes. Drain. Pour off all but 1 Tbs. fat from pot. Working in batches, brown chicken on all sides. If using slow cooker, transfer chicken and bacon to insert and add braising sauce. Cover and cook on high until chicken is cooked through, approx. 4 hours, adding 2 cups (200g) thawed frozen pearl onions in last hour of cooking. If using stovetop, return all chicken and bacon to pot and add braising sauce. Bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through, approx. 45 minutes, adding onions in last 20 minutes of cooking. Skim fat off sauce and serve. Makes 4–6 servings.

Meyer Lemon Braising Sauce

Receiving Instructions

• Store unopened at room temperature. Once opened, store in refrigerator.
• Product may separate. Shake well before use.

Meyer Lemon Braised Chicken Recipe

• Season 4-lb. (2-kg) chicken, cut into 8 serving pieces, with salt and pepper. In large fry pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, warm 2 Tbs. oil until just smoking. Working in batches, brown chicken on all sides. If using slow cooker, transfer chicken to insert and add braising sauce. Cover and cook on low until chicken is fork-tender, approx. 4 hours. If using oven, preheat to 350°F (180°C). Return all chicken to pot and add braising sauce. Cover, transfer to oven and cook until chicken is fork-tender, approx. 1 hour. Skim fat off sauce and serve. Makes 4–6 servings.

Short Rib Braising Sauce

Receiving Instructions

• Store unopened at room temperature. Once opened, store in refrigerator.
• Product may separate. Shake well before use.

Braised Short Ribs Recipe

• Season 4-lb. (2-kg) bone-in short ribs with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour and shake off excess. In large fry pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, warm 2 Tbs. oil. Working in batches, brown ribs on all sides. If using slow cooker, transfer ribs to insert and add braising sauce. Cover and cook on high until meat is tender, approx. 6–7 hours. Transfer ribs to plate. Skim fat off sauce and pour sauce into saucepan. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, approx. 10 minutes. If using oven, preheat to 325°F (163°C). Transfer ribs to plate and pour off excess fat in pot. Add braising sauce and bring to a simmer. Add ribs, cover pot tightly with foil and cover with lid. Transfer to oven and cook until meat is tender, approx. 4 hours. Skim fat off sauce and serve. Makes 4–6 servings.

FSC Wood Spoon

Use

• Safe for use with nonstick, glass and porcelain cookware.

Care

• Hand-wash.
• Dry thoroughly.
• Do not allow spoon to sit in water or soak for extended periods of time.
• Periodically apply thin coat of food-safe mineral oil to wood, which preserves its natural finish and texture, and significantly extends lifespan.

Sicily Towels

Care

• Machine-wash cold with like colors.
• Use only non-chlorine bleach as needed.
• Tumble-dry low.
• Warm iron as needed.

Coq Au Vin Braising Sauce:

• Cabernet sauvignon wine, cremini mushrooms, red onions, veal and beef base (veal stock [concentrated veal broth, water], beef stock [concentrated beef broth, water, salt], seasoning [hydrolyzed soy and wheat protein, soy lecithin, yeast extract, cocoa powder, spice extractives], mirepoix stock [celery juice, carrot juice, onion juice], tomato paste [tomato, water, citric acid], corn syrup solids, canola oil, garlic concentrate, mushroom concentrate), carrots, celery, tomato paste, olive oil, unbleached all-purpose flour (unbleached hard wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), parsley, distilled vinegar, garlic, thyme, black pepper, ground bay leaves.
• Contains wheat/gluten, soy, sulfites.
• This product is prepared and packaged using machines that may come in contact with tree nuts, fish, eggs, dairy, peanuts.

Meyer Lemon Braising Sauce:

• Chicken broth (water, dried chicken stock, salt, carrot stock, celery stock, gelatin, onion stock, chicken fat, chicken, chicken skin, tapioca starch, natural flavor), onions, lemon juice, chardonnay wine, granulated sugar, extra-virgin olive oil, chicken demi-glace (chicken stock, mirepoix stock [carrot stock, celery stock, onion stock], roasted chicken stock, dried chicken stock, modified food starch, water, gelatin, salt, white wine, chicken fat), roasted garlic, whole-grain Dijon mustard (vinegar, mustard seed, salt, water, white wine, spices), modified food starch, Meyer lemon juice, lemon peel, sea salt, thyme, sage, black pepper.
• Contains sulfites.
• This product is prepared and packaged using machines that may come in contact with wheat/gluten, tree nuts, fish, eggs, dairy, peanuts, soy.

Short Rib Braising Sauce:

• Water, burgundy wine, port wine, balsamic vinegar, sugar, carrots, celery, canola oil, onion, tomato paste, beef demi-glace (veal stock [veal bones, water], roux [wheat flour, veal fat], modified food starch, mirepoix stock [carrots, celery, onion stocks], red wine, beef stock, tomato paste, salt, celery stock, carrot stock), garlic, caramelized onion (onions, brown sugar, canola oil, citric acid), xanthan gum, natural flavor.
• This product is prepared and packaged using machines that may come in contact with tree nuts, fish, eggs, dairy, peanuts, soy, sesame.

Shipping Information

UPS can deliver most in-stock items within 3–5 business days. UPS is unable to deliver to P.O. boxes.

Shipping Rates

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Next Day Delivery

For an additional charge of $26 per address, we can expedite delivery to most destinations. This service is not available for some oversize items, items shipped directly from the supplier (including perishable and custom-manufactured items), out-of-stock items and items to be shipped outside the contiguous 48 states.

Return Policy

At Williams Sonoma, we take great pride in the quality and craftsmanship of our products. Attention to design, materials, safety and construction are our priority. Upon receipt, please inspect your purchase and notify us of any damage; we will arrange for a prompt replacement.

Within 30 days, you may return most items for a refund of the merchandise value. An original receipt or gift receipt is required for all returns and exchanges. Returns with a gift receipt will be refunded in the form of a Merchandise Credit for the amount indicated on the gift receipt. Returns with original receipt will be refunded in the original form of payment, cash and check refunds over $100 will be issued as a company check (may take 14 business days from time of request). Please note that returned items must be in new condition.

Cutlery returns (knife sets, single knives, cutting boards, knife sharpeners and knife storage) may require extra information and safety instructions. To initiate your return, please contact us at 888.922.4108 or visit us at your local store.

We cannot accept returns on monogrammed, personalized, special-order items, custom upholstery, food or on items damaged through normal wear and tear. Final sale items ending in .97, .98 or .99 cannot be returned. We also cannot accept returns of any food products, which are considered final sale items.

Made to Order and Final Sale Furniture items are non-returnable and cannot be cancelled once the order is placed.

For returns of items purchased from your Williams Sonoma Gift Registry, we will gladly provide a refund or exchange for the merchandise within 90 days of your event or within 90 days of purchase, whichever date is later. View Full Returns Policy.