Bechamel (Mornay sauce) is a versatile white sauce that can be used in lasagna, gratins, etc. Add grated cheese for macaroni cheese.
Ingredients:
- 50g butter
- 50g flour
- 600ml cold milk
- 1t Dijon mustard
- Nutmeg
Method:
Melt the butter in a heavy bottom saucepan over medium heat. When the butter is melted add the flour.
Whisk the flour and butter together into a paste.
Slowly add part of the cold milk whisking it into the paste. continue until all the milk is used and it is smooth.
Add the teaspoon of Dijon mustard and grate in some nutmeg. Stir over medium to low heat until the sauce thickens and add the cheese if using.
Turn down the heat and let it simmer slowly for a couple of minutes. Season to taste with pepper. You can use a pinch of nutmeg and add your favourite grated cheese.
