Parsley sauce

Parsley Sauce is a traditional English sauce, typically served with fish, ham, or vegetables. It is made by combining parsley with a béchamel sauce, a white sauce made from a roux of butter and flour cooked in milk.

Ingredients

The main ingredients of parsley sauce are:

• Parsley: A green herb used for its distinct flavor and garnishing properties.
• Béchamel sauce: A white sauce made from a roux of butter and flour cooked in milk.
• Salt and pepper: Used to season the sauce.

Preparation

The preparation of parsley sauce involves the following steps:

1. Making the béchamel sauce: This involves melting butter, adding flour to make a roux, and then gradually adding milk while stirring to create a smooth sauce.
2. Adding the parsley: The parsley is finely chopped and then added to the béchamel sauce.
3. Seasoning: The sauce is seasoned with salt and pepper to taste.

Variations

There are several variations of parsley sauce, including:

• Mustard parsley sauce: This variation includes mustard for an added kick.
• Lemon parsley sauce: This variation includes lemon juice for a tangy flavor.
• Garlic parsley sauce: This variation includes garlic for a more robust flavor.

Serving

Parsley sauce is typically served with fish, ham, or vegetables. It can also be used as a base for other sauces, or as a topping for potatoes or pasta.

See also

• List of sauces
• English cuisine