Steps
- Peel 1 large onion and remove the root. Pierce the onion and stud it with 12 whole cloves.
- Put in a saucepan with 2 fresh bay leaves, 4 black peppercorns, and 500ml of whole milk. Heat gently for 20 minutes, until the onion softens.
- Strain the milk into a clean pan, discarding the onion and whole spices. Bring just to a simmer.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of whole-wheat flour, 50g of fresh white breadcrumbs, 25g of butter, and 1 teaspoon of freshly grated nutmeg. Cook for 5 minutes, until thickened.
- Stir in 100ml of heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.