English Parsley Sauce
Delightfully creamy and brimming with fresh, herby flavors, this classic English Parsley Sauce is a versatile accompaniment perfect for elevating your favorite dishes. Made with a velvety roux of unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, and whole milk, this sauce achieves a luxurious texture that pairs beautifully with poached fish, baked ham, or even steamed vegetables. Finely chopped fresh parsley lends a vibrant burst of color and aromatic essence, while a touch of lemon juice adds a refreshing zing. Seasoned with just the right amount of salt and ground white pepper, this quick and easy recipe, ready in just 15 minutes, is the ultimate way to add a sophisticated twist to your meal. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply craving a comforting homemade sauce, this English Parsley Sauce is a timeless classic that never fails to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground white pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the all-purpose flour to the melted butter, whisking constantly to create a smooth roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Gradually add the whole milk to the roux while whisking continuously. Ensure the mixture stays smooth as it begins to thicken.
Once the sauce has thickened to a creamy consistency, lower the heat and stir in the finely chopped parsley.
Season the sauce with salt and ground white pepper to taste.
Add the lemon juice to brighten the flavor and stir well to combine.
Cook the sauce gently for 1-2 more minutes, ensuring the parsley is evenly distributed and heated through.
Serve immediately over poached fish, baked ham, or your dish of choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
266 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.3 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 601 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 139 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
