How to Make a Bechamel Sauce

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How to Make a Bechamel Sauce

Recipe ID :1780 Posted on 14 APR 2016

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Butter		2-3 tbsp
Flour		2-3 tbsp
Milk		500-600ml
Salt & pepper		as required
Nutmeg (optional)		as required
Double cream (optional)		1-2 tbsp

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5min

Melt the butter in a pan on low heat.

Add the flour and mix well. When it becomes a bit runny, keep mixing and on low heat.

Add the milk a bit at a time, stirring all the time. When all the milk has been added, keep stirring and turn up to medium heat until thickened.

Season with salt & pepper and nutmeg, adjust to taste. You can add the double cream here, if you like.

Tips & Note

If you prefer a lighter sauce, reduce the milk to 250-300ml and add chicken stock 250-300ml.

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France Easy Peasy How To... Sauces Flour

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