Kittencal's White Sauce Roux Recipe

Master the art of the perfect white sauce (béchamel) with this versatile recipe! Learn how to easily adjust the butter and flour ratio for thin or thick sauces, ideal for countless dishes. This foolproof guide offers both stovetop and microwave instructions, plus exciting variations like velouté and cheese sauces. Elevate your culinary skills in just minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 576 kcal
Protein 18g
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Ingredients for Kittencal's White Sauce Roux

  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter (adjust to 2 tablespoons for thin sauce, 5 tablespoons for thick sauce)
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour (adjust to 2 tablespoons for thin sauce, 5 tablespoons for thick sauce)
  • Half And Half Cream
  • Salt to taste
  • White Pepper

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How to Make Kittencal's White Sauce Roux

  1. **Stovetop Method:**
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Whisk in 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour continuously for 1 minute, creating a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk or cream, ensuring no lumps form.
  5. Continue whisking constantly until the sauce thickens and bubbles gently (about 2-3 minutes).
  6. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. **Microwave Method:**
  8. Combine 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter and 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour in a 6-8 cup microwave-safe bowl.
  9. Microwave on high for 45 seconds, stirring well.
  10. Gradually whisk in 2 cups milk or cream.
  11. Microwave on high in 1-minute intervals, stirring after each interval, until thickened and bubbly (about 3-4 minutes total).
  12. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  13. **Cooling & Storage:** To prevent a skin from forming, cover the cooled sauce directly with wax paper.
  14. **Variations:**
  15. • **Velouté Sauce:** Substitute 2 cups of chicken or beef broth for the cream.
  16. • **Cheese Sauce:** Stir in 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese and 1/4 teaspoon of dry mustard along with the salt and pepper.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

159g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Kittencal's White Sauce Roux?

Kittencal's White Sauce Roux takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Kittencal's White Sauce Roux?

Kittencal's White Sauce Roux has approximately 576 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 78 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Kittencal's White Sauce Roux?

The key ingredients for Kittencal's White Sauce Roux are Butter, Flour, Half And Half Cream, Salt, White Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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