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Mornay Hero

Mornay Sauce

5 from 3 votes
Mornay Sauce is one of the most versatile and classic sauces made from Béchamel Sauce. with freshly grated or shredded cheese resulting in a cheesy and silky texture, It’s widely used in a variety of well-known dishes, including gratins, Croque monsieur, and plenty of others.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Classic
Cuisine: French
Calories: 153
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 g Butter
  • 10 g All-Purpose Flour
  • 160 ml Milk
  • 25 g Cheese, shredded
  • Salt & Pepper

Equipment

  • 1 Sauce Pan
  • 1 Wooden Spatula
  • 1 Whisk

Method
 

  1. - Preheat sauce pan under medium heat and melt butter.
  2. - After the butter has completely melted, add flour and mix vigorously until fully incorporated.
    10 g Butter, 10 g All-Purpose Flour
  3. - Cook the roux (butter and flour mixture) until it smells like freshly baked pie or just until most of the water has evaporated.
  4. - Pour in milk while stirring occasionally to avoid lumps.
    160 ml Milk
  5. - After the liquid has boiled and thickens, generously put in cheese to the mixture and mix until melted.
    25 g Cheese, shredded
  6. - Shake in your salt, pepper and any herbs of choice to taste. Turn off the heat and enjoy!
    Salt & Pepper

Nutrition

Calories: 153kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 167mgPotassium: 124mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 380IUCalcium: 182mgIron: 1mg

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Notes

  • It is recommended for the ingredients to be at room temperature prior to cooking.
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