CREAMY BRIOCHE BREAD SAUCE

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Make this classic turkey accompaniment up to three days in advance to help get your Christmas off to a stress-free start

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Condiment

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

200g brioche , torn into pieces
1 onion , peeled and halved
10 cloves
600ml whole milk
2 bay leaves
½ tsp black peppercorns
2 thyme sprigs
2 large garlic cloves , lightly bashed
30g butter
3 tbsp extra-thick double cream
grating of nutmeg

Steps:

  • Put the brioche into a food processor and blitz to fine breadcrumbs. Set aside.
  • Stud the onion with the cloves and put in a saucepan with the milk, bay, peppercorns, thyme and garlic. Bring to the boil, then quickly remove from the heat and set aside for 30 mins-1 hr to infuse. Strain and return the liquid to the pan.
  • Add the breadcrumbs and butter to the milk and simmer for 5 mins, stirring continuously until thickened and creamy. Stir through the cream and finely grate in a generous amount of nutmeg, then season. Make up to three days in advance and keep chilled in a covered bowl. Reheat on the hob or for 3 mins, or covered in the microwave .

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 15 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

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