Béchamel Sauce Guide
Béchamel sauce, a classic white sauce from French cuisine, combines butter, flour, and milk into a creamy base for various dishes like lasagna and mac & cheese.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- A pinch of freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the flour and whisk until it forms a light golden paste (roux).
- Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps form.
- Continue whisking as the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it reaches the desired thickness.
Notes
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 317 per cup
- Fat: 55%
- Carbs: 33%
- Protein: 12%
- Calcium: 126mg per 100g (13% DV)