Easy Basic White Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Slowly melt the butter in the frying pan over a low heat.
2. 2
   Add the sifted flour and fry, making sure it doesn't burn.
3. 3
   Stop the heat.
4. 4
   Add the warmed milk in two batches, mixing quickly with a whisk after each addition.
5. 5
   Add the bay leaf and nutmeg, and simmer for about 5 minutes over a low heat.
6. 6
   Add the heavy cream and consomme, season with salt, and it's done.