Béchamel Sauce

A classic white sauce infused with onion, bay leaf, and cloves, thickened with a buttery roux for a smooth finish.

Vegetarian French Cuisine Classic Mother Sauce

Estimated Nutrition

Calories

128.2

kcal / serving

1025.4 kcal total

Carbs

10.2g

per serving

81.3 g total

Fat

8.2g

per serving

65.5 g total

Protein

3.5g

per serving

28.2 g total

Cook Time

minutes

Serves

people

Dietary

Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy

600

Milk

Butter

GrainsCereals

Plain Flour

NutsSeeds

piece

piece

piece

pinch

grated, optional

Vegetables

piece

Onion

Method

Bring 600ml of milk to a boil with onion, bay leaf, cloves, and peppercorns.

Remove milk from heat and infuse for 20 minutes before straining.

Melt 55g of butter in a pan, stir in 55g of flour, and cook for 5 minutes.

Gradually whisk in the infused milk until the sauce becomes smooth and thick.

Cook the sauce for 10 to 15 minutes to fully cook the flour.

Sprinkle with grated nutmeg and serve immediately.