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Béchamel Sauce Recipe

A classic white sauce used in many dishes.
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Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: French
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Milk preferably whole milk
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Ground white pepper
  • pinch Nutmeg optional

Instructions 

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add flour and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes.
  3. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Season with salt, white pepper, and nutmeg.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 200mg | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Béchamel, White Sauce
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