Creamy Toasted Bread Sauce with Nutmeg Recipe
This Toasted Bread Sauce is a classic British condiment made by simmering bread, milk, onion, butter, and nutmeg, then blending until smooth. It’s creamy, flavorful, and perfect for accompanying poultry or roasted dishes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 100g stale white bread, crusts removed, torn into pieces
- 500ml whole milk
- 1 small onion, peeled and studded with 2 cloves
- 50g unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the Onion: Peel the small onion and stud it with two cloves to infuse additional flavor during simmering.
- Simmer Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine the torn bread pieces, whole milk, studded onion, butter, and freshly grated nutmeg. Gently simmer over low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to soften the bread and infuse the flavors.
- Blend Until Smooth: Remove the onion after simmering. Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender directly in the pan. Blend until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Adjust Consistency and Seasoning: If the sauce is too thick, add a little milk to reach desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Serve the toasted bread sauce warm alongside your favorite roasted poultry or vegetables for a traditional, comforting accompaniment.
Notes
- Using stale bread enhances the texture and flavor of the sauce.
- Clove-studded onion imparts subtle aromatic notes, but the cloves should be removed before blending.
- The sauce can be made ahead and gently reheated before serving.
- For a richer flavor, substitute some of the milk with cream.
- Nutmeg adds warmth and depth but should be used sparingly to balance the flavors.
Keywords: toasted bread sauce, British sauce, bread sauce recipe, poultry sauce, comforting sauce
