Ingredientes para Basic Bechamel White Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- pinch of paprika
- pinch of nutmeg
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cups warm milk
- fresh ground white pepper to taste
- salt to taste
- 1/2 cup grated cheese (cheddar, Gruyere, or your favorite, optional)
- chicken stock (optional)
- splash of white wine (optional)
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Cómo preparar Basic Bechamel White Sauce
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until smooth and no lumps remain (about 1 minute).
- Add a pinch of paprika and/or nutmeg and 1 bay leaf. Stir to combine.
- Gradually whisk in 2 cups of warm milk, ensuring no lumps form.
- Reduce heat to low and whisk continuously until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency (4-5 minutes). For a thinner sauce, reduce flour to 1.5 tablespoons. For a thicker sauce, add an additional tablespoon of flour.
- Season generously with salt and white pepper to taste.
- Increase heat to medium and simmer for 2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Remove the bay leaf before serving.
- For a cheese sauce, stir in 1/2 cup of grated cheese (cheddar, Gruyere, or your favorite) after step 6. For a lighter cheese sauce, use chicken stock instead of milk or reduce the flour and butter.
- Use your béchamel sauce as a base for creamed vegetables, gratins, or as a topping for your favorite dishes!
- Enjoy! (A splash of white wine in step 4 is a delicious secret ingredient!)
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
0g
Fat
82g
Carbs
6g
