Classic Béchamel White Sauce
Classic Béchamel White Sauce is velvety and mild, with a buttery richness and gentle creaminess that complements countless dishes. It’s the foundational sauce for lasagna, chicken pies, and soufflés, perfect when you want a smooth base that carries added cheeses, herbs, or spices without overpowering them. Serve it whenever a silky, comforting layer ties your meal together.
- Prep5 min
- Cook10 min
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Collect the ingredients.
- 2
Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
- 3
Whisk in flour to make a thick paste; cook and stir until it turns golden, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- 4
Whisk in 1 cup milk; cook and stir until it thickens, about 5 minutes more. Add more milk to reach the desired consistency.
- 5
Enjoy!
- Calories 55.23 kcal Low Source
- Protein 1.21 g Low Source
- Carbs 3.02 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.15 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.65 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 12.4 mg Low Source
- Sodium 15.23 mg Low Source
- Fiber 0.06 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.4 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 25.28 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.1 mg Low Source
- Potassium 35.64 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 11.57 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.3 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
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