BASIC WHITE SAUCE/BECHAMEL SAUCE

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This white sauce can be used in so many different ways. Add Cheese,Curry Powder,Dill,or Horseradish Add canned Tuna,Ham,Hamburger,Sausage. Lots of things can be done with this sauce.

Provided by Braunda

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 1 Cup

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1/2-1 tablespoon flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup milk
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/4 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup milk

Steps:

  • Melt butter in saucepan over low heat until it bubbles up. Blend in flour. This is the roux.
  • In another pan, warm the milk. Infuse with flavours, if desired.
  • Strain milk into the roux, combine and bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
  • Adjust taste by adding salt and pepper. Strain.

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