Mornay Sauce

Mornay Sauce
10 min.
10
170kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your culinary creations, look no further than the classic Mornay Sauce! This creamy, cheesy delight comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect accompaniment for a variety of dishes. Whether you’re drizzling it over steamed vegetables, using it in a lasagna, or creating an indulgent macaroni and cheese, this versatile sauce adds rich flavor and texture that will impress your guests and family alike.

The secret to a successful Mornay Sauce lies in its simple yet high-quality ingredients. Transforming butter into a luscious base and combining it with all-purpose flour creates a silky texture. By gradually whisking in milk, you achieve that perfect, velvety consistency that defines this beloved sauce. The pièce de résistance? The generous addition of Parmesan cheese that melts beautifully, bringing a nutty, savory depth to each bite.

This sauce not only tantalizes your taste buds but also incorporates a balance of flavors, with a hint of pepper and salt to enhance its overall profile. With a caloric breakdown that includes a delightful mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, Mornay Sauce is a guilt-free indulgence that can complement a range of meals. Get ready to impress with this timeless classic—your kitchen adventures will never be the same!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 3.5 cups milk 
  • oz parmesan shredded
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a 3-qt. saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Whisk in flour; cook, whisking constantly, 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk. Bring to a boil, and cook, whisking constantly, 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened.
  3. Whisk in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories170kcal
Protein12.47%
Fat70.35%
Carbs17.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.2
Glycemic Load
3.87
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.6326086922832%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:170.14kcal
8.51%
Fat:13.44g
20.68%
Saturated Fat:8.36g
52.25%
Carbohydrates:7.39g
2.46%
Net Carbohydrates:7.26g
2.64%
Sugar:4.17g
4.63%
Cholesterol:38.51mg
12.84%
Sodium:254.49mg
11.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.36g
10.72%
Calcium:175.78mg
17.58%
Phosphorus:132.91mg
13.29%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.48%
Vitamin A:466.54IU
9.33%
Vitamin B12:0.55µg
9.14%
Vitamin D:0.97µg
6.45%
Selenium:4.43µg
6.32%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.56%
Potassium:141.18mg
4.03%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.76%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.64%
Magnesium:13.97mg
3.49%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.98%
Vitamin E:0.32mg
2.14%
Folate:8.37µg
2.09%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.97%
Vitamin B3:0.36mg
1.78%
Iron:0.25mg
1.37%
Vitamin K:1.24µg
1.18%
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