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Basic Bechamel Sauce Recipe

A simple and classic bechamel sauce recipe.
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Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 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 nutmeg

Instructions 

  1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the flour and whisk constantly for about 2 minutes.
  3. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for a few minutes until thickened.
  5. Season with salt and nutmeg to taste.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 200mg | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Basic, Bechamel, Sauce
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