1poundfrozen pearl onions(see directions below for fresh onions)
2tablespoonsbutter
2tablespoonsall-purpose flour
¾cupmilk
¾cupheavy cream
½teaspoonkosher salt
¼teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
⅛teaspoonground nutmeg
2tablespoonsfresh Italian parsleychopped small
Instructions
Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add the frozen onions and return to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer 5-7 minutes, until tender. Drain well.
In the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk to combine. Slowly add the milk to the flour and whisk to combine.
Add the cream, and continue whisking while bringing the mixture to a low simmer to thicken. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Taste and adjust as desired.
Add the onions and the parsley to the sauce and stir until heated through. Serve warm.
Notes
If using fresh onions, peel the onions by cutting off the tops and adding to the boiling water for about 1 minute. Remove from the water with a slotted spoon and place in ice water. Pinch the onion to remove the outer skin. Place peeled onions back into the water and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until tender. Drain well and proceed with the recipe as outlined above.