Toasted Bread Sauce Recipe
A classic British toasted bread sauce that is creamy and flavorful, made by simmering bread with milk, onion, butter, and nutmeg to create a comforting condiment perfect for roasted meats, especially poultry.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 slices of day-old white bread, crusts removed and toasted
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 small onion, peeled and studded with 2 cloves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the onion: Peel the onion and stud it with the cloves by gently pushing the cloves into the surface of the onion. This adds flavor to the milk during simmering.
- Simmer the milk mixture: In a saucepan, combine the milk, studded onion, and butter. Heat gently over medium-low heat and bring to a very gentle simmer. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes to infuse the flavors from the onion and cloves into the milk.
- Add the toasted bread: Tear the toasted bread into small pieces and add it to the simmering milk. Stir gently and cook for about 5 minutes, until the bread softens and absorbs the milk, turning into a thickened sauce.
- Remove solids and blend: Remove the studded onion and discard. Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend until smooth and creamy. Be careful to blend gradually to avoid splashing.
- Season and finish: Return the smooth sauce to the saucepan. Stir in the freshly grated nutmeg and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Warm through gently over low heat but do not boil. Serve warm as a traditional accompaniment for roast poultry like turkey or chicken.
Notes
- You can use milk alternatives, but whole milk gives the creamiest texture.
- A pinch of white pepper can be used instead of black pepper for a milder flavor.
- For a thicker sauce, use slightly more bread or reduce the amount of milk.
- This sauce is best served fresh but can be gently reheated with a splash of milk if needed.
Keywords: toasted bread sauce, bread sauce, British sauce, roast poultry sauce, traditional sauce
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