Thick Bechamel Sauce With Parmesan And Sun Dried Tomatoes Recipe

Elevate your dishes with this decadent, thick béchamel sauce! Bursting with the rich flavor of Parmesan cheese and the tangy sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes, this sauce is the perfect addition to pasta, lasagna, vegetables, or as a luxurious dip. Inspired by recipe #158536, this easy-to-follow recipe takes just 15 minutes to create a flavor explosion.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 262.3 kcal

Protein 19g

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Ingredients for Thick Bechamel Sauce With Parmesan And Sun Dried Tomatoes

1/4 cup (57g) butter
1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
2 cups (473ml) warm milk
1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto
pinch freshly grated nutmeg
salt and pepper to taste

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How to Make Thick Bechamel Sauce With Parmesan And Sun Dried Tomatoes

Melt 1/4 cup (57g) of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Whisk in 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and foamy, about 2 minutes. This creates a roux.
Gradually whisk in 2 cups (473ml) of warm milk (microwaving is recommended for even heating). Continue whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, stirring frequently.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
Stir in 1/2 cup (50g) grated Parmesan cheese and 2 tablespoons of sun-dried tomato pesto.
Continue stirring until the Parmesan cheese is melted and fully incorporated into the sauce.
Season with a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

Fat

61g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Thick Bechamel Sauce With Parmesan And Sun Dried Tomatoes?

Thick Bechamel Sauce With Parmesan And Sun Dried Tomatoes takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Thick Bechamel Sauce With Parmesan And Sun Dried Tomatoes?

Thick Bechamel Sauce With Parmesan And Sun Dried Tomatoes has approximately 262.3 calories per serving, with about 19 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Thick Bechamel Sauce With Parmesan And Sun Dried Tomatoes?

The key ingredients for Thick Bechamel Sauce With Parmesan And Sun Dried Tomatoes are Butter, All Purpose Flour, Milk, Parmesan Cheese, Sun Dried Tomato Pesto, Nutmeg. See the full list with measurements above.