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Mornay Sauce Recipe 🧀
Overview:
- Name: Mornay Sauce
- Category: Sauces
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 quart
Description:
Mornay Sauce, a classic cheese sauce originating from the culinary traditions of Le Cordon Bleu, is a velvety delight that elevates any dish it touches. With a base of creamy Bechamel infused with the richness of Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses, this sauce adds a luxurious touch to meats and vegetables alike. Perfect for those seeking a quick yet indulgent addition to their culinary repertoire, Mornay Sauce is a must-have for cheese lovers and home cooks alike.
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
---|---|
2 | Bread flour |
2 | Milk |
4 | Onion |
1/2 | Clove |
1 | Bay leaf |
1/2 | Salt |
– | Nutmeg |
– | White pepper |
4 | Gruyere cheese |
2 | Parmesan cheese |
2 | Butter |
– | Milk (for thinning) |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2373.3
- Fat: 181.2g
- Saturated Fat: 111.8g
- Cholesterol: 555.1mg
- Sodium: 2061.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 95.3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2.6g
- Protein: 94.8g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Bechamel Sauce:
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- Whisk in bread flour and stir continuously until the mixture reaches a light cream color, approximately 1 minute. Allow to cool slightly.
- In another saucepan, scald the milk.
- Gradually add the scalded milk to the roux (flour and butter mixture) while beating constantly with a whisk.
- Bring the sauce to a boil, stirring constantly, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
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Infuse with Flavor:
- Stick the bay leaf to the onion with the clove, creating a sachet d’épices.
- Place the onion sachet in the sauce and simmer for at least 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season lightly with salt, nutmeg, and white pepper to taste.
- Strain the sauce through a china cap to remove the onion sachet.
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Incorporate the Cheeses:
- Place plastic wrap directly on the surface of the sauce to prevent the formation of a skin.
- Cool the sauce in a cold water bath, then store it in freezer-safe ziplock bags for future use or keep it warm over a water bath for immediate use.
- Over low heat, add the Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses to 1 quart of the Bechamel sauce, stirring until just melted.
- Remove from heat and gently stir in the raw butter until fully incorporated.
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Adjust Consistency:
- If needed, thin out the sauce with hot milk or stock appropriate to the dish being served until desired consistency is reached.
Serving Suggestions:
- Drizzle Mornay Sauce over steamed vegetables for a decadent side dish.
- Use as a topping for grilled chicken or fish to add a creamy, cheesy finish.
- Incorporate into casseroles or gratins for a luxurious twist on classic recipes.
- Serve alongside crusty bread for dipping or as a fondue-style appetizer.