Onion Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   Cut the onions into eighths.
2. 2
   In a heavy-based saucepan over medium heat, cook onions in milk, seasoned with nutmeg, salt, pepper and bay leaf.
3. 3
   Cook until onions are soft.
4. 4
   Remove bay leaf.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, melt butter in a medium saucepan; add flour, stirring for 3 minutes or until bubbly.
6. 6
   Add flavored milk all at once and whisk to combine ingredients smoothly.
7. 7
   Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until just boiling; reduce heat and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes.
8. 8
   If desired, strain the sauce through a fine sieve; return to saucepan to heat through.
9. 9
   Serve hot.