Mornay Sauce

Mornay Sauce
10 min.
10
170kcal

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If you're looking to elevate your culinary skills and impress your family or guests, then mastering the art of making a classic Mornay sauce is a must! This creamy, cheese-infused béchamel will take your dishes to the next level with ease and elegance. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this versatile sauce that pairs perfectly with pasta, vegetables, seafood, or even as a luscious topping for gratins.

The beauty of Mornay sauce lies in its simplicity. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a rich and velvety sauce that boasts a delightful balance of flavors. The nutty, salty notes from the Parmesan cheese combined with the smoothness of butter and milk create a symphony of taste that is absolutely irresistible. Plus, the quick preparation means you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your meal.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner looking to impress, Mornay sauce is an essential addition to your repertoire. Its creamy texture and luxurious flavor will have everyone asking for seconds. So grab your whisk and saucepan, and let's dive into this delightful culinary adventure!

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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