3 tbsp butter
4 thick slices of sourdough
1 or pumpernickel bread,
1 toasted
3 tbsp flour
1 1/3 cup dry white wine
1/2 tsp crushed tarragon
1 nutmeg
8 medium green onions with tops,
1 minced
1 cup monterey jack cheese
4 green onions with tops,
1 trimmed (opt. garnish)
Directions
Melt butter in medium saucepan over low heat.Stir in flour and cook
for 2 minutes.Gradually,pour in the wine,whisking constantly. Cook
over medium heat until thickened,about 5 minutes. Stir in tarragon,8
chopped green onions and the cheese.Cook over low heat,stirring
constantly until cheese is melted. To serve,arrange toast on
plates,spoon sauce over toast.Sprinkle with nutmeg and garnish with
additional green onions,if desired. Makes 4 servings.
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Vegetable
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