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Béchamel Sauce

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A creamy base for lasagna, mac & cheese, and soufflés.

00:20:00 total

Serves 4

easy

Sauce / Dressing / Flavoured Butter

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Ingredients

  1. butter - 2 1/2 tablespoons (unsalted)
  2. flour - 4 tablespoons (all-purpose)
  3. milk - watch the video to see (warm)
  4. salt - to taste
  5. pepper - to taste (white or black, freshly ground)
  6. nutmeg - a pinch (freshly grated)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Roux: Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Add flour and cook, stirring, until smooth.
  2. Add Milk: Gradually add warm milk, whisking continuously until smooth and thickened.
  3. Season: Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Cook for a few minutes more, stirring continuously.

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