Bechamel Sauce – Quick & Easy

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Béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, is a classic French all-purpose sauce made from butter, flour, and milk. This easy béchamel recipe will have you making an amazing sauce in no time!

For even more delicious sauce options, don’t miss my roasted garlic aioli recipe, perfect for dipping, and my rich and creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, ideal for pasta nights!

Béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, is a classic French all-purpose sauce made from butter, flour, and milk.

A CLASSIC BECHAMEL RECIPE

This recipe was originally published on November 11, 2010. Updated on August 30, 2015.
When you need a white sauce, and you need it quick, Bechamel is your best bet! This sauce can be added to pasta, chicken, fish, veggies…it’s totally up to you. The best part is that Bechamel makes any dish look like a professional Chef prepared it!

Béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, is a classic French all-purpose sauce made from butter, flour, and milk.

When it comes to the classics, it doesn’t get much better than béchamel sauce.This sauce is one of the most versatile sauces in any kitchen. It’s all about working the roux and adding your hot milk, bit by bit, so it doesn’t burn.

Béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, is a classic French all-purpose sauce made from butter, flour, and milk.

The sauce is actually the base for a range of recipes, such as Creamed Spinach and Lasagna. Made from butter, milk, flour, and salt, bechamel is a creamy sauce you’ll use again and again.

Béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, is a classic French all-purpose sauce made from butter, flour, and milk.

Last night I had some rotini pasta on the stove and wasn’t sure how I was going to serve it until I saw a bag of mushrooms. I quickly prepared the Bechamel Sauce as always, stirred in the mushrooms, and a couple minutes later I had a delicious sauce to go with our dinner.

Béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, is a classic French all-purpose sauce made from butter, flour, and milk.

There are lots of other dishes that work well with a Béchamel, but my favorite one is this Italian Sausage and Eggplant Casserole!

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Bechamel Sauce

Béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, is a classic French all-purpose sauce made from butter, flour, and milk. This easy béchamel recipe will have you making an amazing sauce in no time!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 3

Ingredients 

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups hot milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • fresh ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg, optional
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Instructions 

  • Begin by melting the butter over medium-low heat.
  • Once melted, whisk in the flour; whisk until all lumps have disappeared and the mixture turns a light brown color, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the hot milk, a little bit at a time, and continue to whisk until smooth; bring to a boil and cook for 8 minutes, stirring constantly, or until sauce is thickened.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir in salt, pepper and nutmeg.
  • Set aside until ready to use.

Nutrition

Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 1013mg | Potassium: 322mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 860IU | Calcium: 280mg | Iron: 0.4mg

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5 Comments

  1. Patty says:

    Have tried this with Almond milk?

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      No, I have not tried making this with nut milk.

    2. Jason says:

      Has anyone used nut milk on this yet and does it work?

  2. Dalila says:

    Question;
    Can I prepare the sauce and use it another day, or I have to use it right away?
    Thank you

    1. Katerina Petrovska says:

      Hi Dalila! You can make it up to a day ahead of time, but make sure to quickly cool it right after cooking it… you can quickly cool it over an ice bath. Cover it with plastic wrap to prevent a skin forming, and refrigerate right away.