Gourmet Creamy Béchamel Sauce

Gourmet Creamy Béchamel Sauce

25 mins
easy
4 servings

A rich and decadent béchamel sauce, perfect for elevating your pasta dishes, gratins, or as a base for other culinary creations.

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Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 400.00 mlCold Milk(Use whole milk for a richer flavor.)
  • 30.00 gAll-Purpose Flour(Ensure the flour is gluten-free if needed.)
  • 30.00 gUnsalted Butter(Use high-quality butter for the best flavor.)
  • 1.00 pinchNutmeg(Freshly grated nutmeg is preferred.)
  • 2.00 pinchesSalt(Adjust to taste.)
  • 1.00 pinchBlack Pepper(Freshly ground pepper is best.)

Instructions

1

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour to form a roux.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

2

Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

3

Reduce heat to low and cook, stirring constantly, for 10-15 minutes until thickened.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

4

Remove from heat and stir in nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

5

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

6

Serve immediately.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

7

Perfect with pasta, vegetables, or as a sauce for chicken or fish.

8

For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk.

9

Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a touch of heat.

10

Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives.