Creamy Toasted Bread Sauce Recipe
Introduction
Toasted bread sauce is a traditional British accompaniment that adds creamy, comforting flavor to roasted meats. Made with simple ingredients like bread, milk, butter, and onion, it’s a delicious way to use up stale bread and bring extra warmth to your meal.
Ingredients
- 4 slices of bread (preferably stale)
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion
Instructions
- Step 1: Tear the bread into small pieces and place them in a saucepan with the milk and butter.
- Step 2: Peel the onion and push it into the milk mixture to infuse flavor, then gently simmer for about 15 minutes until the bread softens.
- Step 3: Remove the onion, then blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed.
- Step 4: Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve warm alongside your favorite roast.
Tips & Variations
- For extra richness, you can add a splash of cream or a pinch of nutmeg while blending the sauce.
- Using stale bread helps absorb more flavor and creates a better texture in the sauce.
Storage
Store leftover bread sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a little milk to loosen the sauce if it thickens too much.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use fresh bread instead of stale bread?
While stale bread is preferred for better absorption, fresh bread can be used in a pinch, though the sauce may be slightly less creamy.
Is toasted bread sauce suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this sauce is vegetarian as long as the butter used is not replaced with animal-based fats. It pairs wonderfully with vegetable or nut roasts as well.
PrintCreamy Toasted Bread Sauce Recipe
A classic British toasted bread sauce made by simmering bread in milk and butter, infused with onion, then blended into a smooth, creamy sauce. Perfectly paired with roasted poultry, this warm sauce adds comforting, subtle flavors and a velvety texture to your meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 1/2 cups sauce, serves 4 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 slices of day-old white bread, crusts removed and torn into pieces
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, peeled and studded with 4 cloves
- Salt and freshly ground white pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the onion: Peel the onion and stud it with the cloves to infuse flavor during cooking.
- Simmer the bread in milk: In a saucepan, combine the torn bread pieces, whole milk, butter, and the studded onion. Gently bring the mixture to a simmer over low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Let it simmer gently for about 10 minutes until the bread is very soft and has soaked up the milk and butter.
- Remove the onion: Take out the onion studded with cloves from the saucepan and discard.
- Blend the sauce: Transfer the bread and milk mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender directly in the pan. Blend until completely smooth, creating a creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more warm milk to reach desired consistency.
- Season to taste: Return the sauce to the saucepan and gently warm through. Season with salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste. Serve warm alongside roasted poultry or other meats.
Notes
- Day-old bread works best as it soaks up the milk without becoming too soggy.
- Removing the crusts results in a smoother sauce texture.
- You can add a bay leaf or a few peppercorns to the milk while simmering for additional flavor, removing before blending.
- Use white pepper to keep the sauce pale and visually appealing.
- This sauce is traditionally served warm with roast chicken, turkey, or game.
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