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Elevate your dish with this rich and velvety Dijon Mornay sauce — a classic béchamel turned decadent with Gruyère cheese and a touch of Dijon mustard. It’s the perfect finish for vegetables, seafood, chicken, or pasta.

🛒 Ingredients (Servings: 4)

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups whole milk, warmed
• ½ cup grated Gruyère cheese
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (optional)

🍳 Instructions:

1️⃣ Make a Roux:
🧈 In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly until smooth and slightly golden.

2️⃣ Add Milk:
🥛 Gradually whisk in the warm milk. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and thickened, about 3–5 minutes.

3️⃣ Incorporate Cheese:
🧀 Reduce heat to low and stir in the Gruyère cheese until melted and fully combined.

4️⃣ Flavor It Up:
🥄 Stir in Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

5️⃣ Serve:
🍽️ Spoon over roasted vegetables, grilled chicken, steamed broccoli, or toss with pasta. Serve warm.

🛍️ Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Dijon Mornay Sauce

• 🧈 Stainless Steel Saucepan – For smooth and even heat distribution.
• 🧄 Silicone Whisk – Gentle on pans and perfect for béchamel.
• 🧀 Gruyère Cheese Block – The secret to Mornay magic.
• 🥄 Dijon Mustard – Adds tang and depth.
• 🧂 Nutmeg Grater – For fresh, aromatic nutmeg.
• 🥛 Glass Measuring Cup Set – Essential for precise measurements.

💡 Helpful Tip:

For an even more luxurious texture, try substituting half of the milk with heavy cream. Just be sure to whisk constantly for that silky finish!