Classic Mornay Sauce (Cheesy White Sauce) Recipe

Name: Classic Mornay Sauce (Cheesy White Sauce) Recipe
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter (3/4 ounce; 20g); 1 1/2 tablespoons (12g) all-purpose flour; 1 cup (240ml) whole milk; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste (optional); 2 ounces (55g) finely grated Swiss or Gruyère cheese

Prep Time

Cook Time

10m

Total Time

10m

This classic Mornay sauce recipe combines butter, flour, whole milk, and Swiss or Gruyère cheese to create a rich and creamy cheesy white sauce. Seasoned with nutmeg, salt, and pepper, this versatile sauce is perfect for topping vegetables, pasta, or as a base for a delicious macaroni and cheese.