White sauce for macaroni

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2cupsMilk
2tablespoonsCarrot,finely chopped
2tablespoonsCelery,finely chopped
4tablespoonsOnion,finely chopped
4Peppercorns
Clove
This Sauce Goes With Crusty Macaroni...
1Bay leaf,crumbled
2tablespoonsButter
2tablespoonsFlour
Grating of nutmeg
Salt to taste
Fresh,pepper to taste

Directions

In a heavy pot combine the

milk,carrot,celery,onion,peppercorns,clove and bay leaf.Heat until bubbles form around edge of pot.Set aside for 5 minutes and strain.

Over moderate heat,melt the butter in the saucepan.Add the flour and stir until flour and butter are blended.Cook over moderate heat for 1 minute,stirring constantly.Add the strained milk in a slow steady stream as you stir constantly with a whisk.Switch to a wooden spoon and continue to stir as the mixture comes up to a simmer.Turn heat down and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes,stirring occasionally,until the sauce becomes smooth and thick.Season to taste with nutmeg ans salt and pepper.Makes approximately 1½ cups....