Bechamel Sauce
A deliciously rich and flavorful Bechamel that features the additional of Parmesan cheese for a truly unforgettable sauce!
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup flour
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground whole nutmeg
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and use a wire whisk to blend it with the butter. Let the mixture bubble for 2 minutes until light golden, continually whisking. Gradually add the milk while continually whisking to prevent lumps and whisk until smooth. Slowly bring it to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes until thickened, whisking frequently to prevent lumps and scorching. Add the Parmesan cheese, salt and nutmeg and whisk until smooth. Simmer for another minute then remove from heat. (If the sauce is too thick, add a little milk.) Add salt to taste.Makes about 4 cups.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25cupCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 68mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 219IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 88mgIron: 1mg
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