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Arrowroot Sauce For Puddings

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Heritage Classic

Arrowroot Sauce For Puddings

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\"\" 80 \"\"
Recipe Score · Heritage Classic
⏱ Time
Altogether, 15 minutes

🥘 Ingredients

2 small teaspoonfuls of arrowroot, 4 dessert-spoonfuls of pounded sugar, the juice of 1 lemon, 1/4 teaspoonful of grated nutmeg, 1/2 pint of water.

👨‍🍳 Method

Mix the arrowroot smoothly with the water; put this into a stewpan; add the sugar, strained lemon-juice, and grated nutmeg. Stir these ingredients over the fire until they boil, when the sauce is ready for use. A small quantity of wine, or any liqueur, would very much improve the flavour of this sauce: it is usually served with bread, rice, custard, or any dry pudding that is not very rich.

📜 From Mrs Beeton's Book of Household Management (1861). Public domain.

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Mia — Comfort Seeker
★★★★★ 2026-05-08
This one hit different

I tried my hand at Arrowroot Sauce this week, drawn in by the promise of a comforting, old-fashioned dessert companion. I was initially a bit skeptical about the nutmeg, but it turned out to be a delightful surprise — it added a warm, subtle depth that I wouldn't have expected from such a small amount. I found the process to be surprisingly soothing, like a gentle dance of ingredients coming together over the stove. The sauce thickened beautifully, and I was pleased to see that it held its shape nicely when poured over a humble steamed pudding. I imagine this recipe would be a hit with anyone seeking a bit of nostalgic comfort in their desserts. I enjoyed it most with a simple bread pudding, but I can see it pairing well with any number of humble, comforting puddings. The best part? It comes together in just 15 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight treat. I'm already looking forward to experimenting with a splash of sherry next time — I think it would add a lovely touch of elegance.

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