Bechamel Sauce
Yield - 20 oz.
Ingredients-
2 C. Milk
2 oz. Onion, wedge cut
1 pc. Clove, whole
1 pc. Bay Leaf
1 Pinch Nutmeg (whole nutmeg is best)
Salt & White Pepper, To Taste
White Roux, As Needed
Method -
In a saucepan scald the milk, remove from heat. In another saucepan combine the hot milk with a little roux and wisk it together, add the remaining seasonings and bring to a simmer. Add roux until the sauce has a medium thick consistency and can easily coat a spoon.
Strain the sauce through a chinoise strainer. This strainer will make the sauce very smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings with salt and white pepper. Cover the sauce and keep hot on a double boiler until need or cool off and refrigerate.
Chefs Note: This sauce is used to make Mornay sauce, Mustard sauce, Cheddar Cheese sauce, Vegetable and Seafood sauces.