Melt butter in pan and add flour. Cook flour until slightly brown. Slowly stir in milk. Add onion and bay leaf; stirring constantly, cook until sauce begins to thicken. Place sauce in oven at 350°F and bake for 20 minutes. Strain sauce and correct seasoning.
Author's Comments
To ensure a smooth sauce scald milk and cool roux before mixing.
Instructions
Melt butter in pan and add flour. Cook flour until slightly brown. Slowly stir in milk. Add onion and bay leaf; stirring constantly, cook until sauce begins to thicken. Place sauce in oven at 350°F and bake for 20 minutes. Strain sauce and correct seasoning.
Author's Comments
To ensure a smooth sauce scald milk and cool roux before mixing.
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