Bechamel Sauce Recipe

This recipe for Bechamel Sauce serves 4 people.

Time required: 15 minutes
(5 minutes to prepare, then cook for 10 minutes)

Ingredients you'll need:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 ½ cups of milk, full cream
• 2 tbsp plain flour
• 1 pinch of ground nutmeg, or more - to taste

How to make Bechamel Sauce:

1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the flour and stir for 3 minutes, or until thick. Slowly add the milk and stir constantly until the sauce is smooth. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce is smooth and thick. Season to taste with a little nutmeg, salt and pepper.

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