Bread Sauce
Warm up with this comforting bread sauce recipe, where gently simmered milk infused with clove-studded onion and fragrant bay leaves transforms humble bread cubes into a creamy, flavorful side dish. A hint of English mustard and nutmeg adds a touch of warmth, while a generous knob of butter at the end enriches the sauce to perfection. This easy-to-make condiment is a must-have to elevate your next meal.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 550ml/1 pint whole milk
- ½ white onion, cut into quarters and studded with 3 cloves
- 2 fresh bay leaves
- 150g/5¼oz sliced white bread
- 1 tsp English mustard
- freshly grated nutmeg
- 50g/1¾oz unsalted butter
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Heat the milk in a pan with the studded onion and bay leaves. Bring to the boil briefly then turn down to a gentle simmer.
- Add the cubes of bread and stir until it starts to break down. Remove the onion and bay leaves and whisk in the mustard and a little freshly grated nutmeg to taste.
- Cook slowly for 10 minutes, stirring regularly.
- To finish, stir in the butter, season with salt and freshly ground pepper. Place in a bowl or gravy boat, cover with cling film and leave in a warm place until ready to serve.
Cook Time
10M
Prep Time
PT30M
Yield
8
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