Bechamel Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

• 100 grams (1 stick) butter
• 100 grams (3,5 ounces) flour
• 1 l (35 oz) milk
• salt and pepper to taste
• a pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Directions

1. Melt the butter and add the flour while continuously mixing to prevent lump formations.
2. Cook this smooth paste for 2 minutes on medium-low heat.
3. Add the milk gradually while continuously whisking to ensure there are no lump formations.
4. Cook the sauce over medium-low heat, constantly stirring until the sauce thickens and reaches a smooth consistency. (somewhere between 7-9 minutes)
5. Turn off the stove.
6. Season the bechamel sauce with salt, pepper and nutmeg (if desired).
7. Bechamel sauce it’s a key component for any lasagna recipe but can also be served to a variety of stews, casserole or pasta dishes.