White Sauce For Vegetables Recipe

This classic white sauce recipe is as versatile as it is delicious! Mom's secret recipe for perfectly creamy cauliflower and broccoli, this sauce is also amazing on carrots, peas, eggs, and fish. Easily customize it with cheese (cheddar or cheese whiz) or fresh dill for endless flavor combinations. Get ready for a quick and easy sauce that elevates any dish!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 11 mins
Calories 415.8 kcal
Protein 19g
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Ingredients for White Sauce For Vegetables

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (473ml) cold milk
  • 1/4 cup (57g) margarine (or 1/3 cup for thicker sauce)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour (or 1/3 cup for thicker sauce)

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How to Make White Sauce For Vegetables

  1. Melt 1/4 cup (57g) of margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper until smooth and there are no lumps.
  3. Gradually whisk in 2 cups (473ml) cold milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and comes to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, or until desired consistency is reached.
  4. For a thicker sauce, use 1/3 cup (85g) margarine and 1/3 cup (40g) flour.
  5. For cheese sauce: Stir in 1/2 cup (70g) shredded cheddar cheese or cheese whiz until melted and smooth. Add more cheese to taste.
  6. Stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh dill (optional).
  7. Serve immediately over your favorite vegetables, fish, or eggs.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

64 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

47g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make White Sauce For Vegetables?

White Sauce For Vegetables takes about 16 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 11 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in White Sauce For Vegetables?

White Sauce For Vegetables has approximately 415.8 calories per serving, with about 19 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 48 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for White Sauce For Vegetables?

The key ingredients for White Sauce For Vegetables are Salt, Milk, Margarine, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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