Beurre Mani French Sauce Thickener

Transform your sauces like a French culinary artist with Beurre Manié, the classic French sauce thickener that’s rich in tradition and simplicity. Made with just two pantry staples—unsalted butter and all-purpose flour—this handy thickening paste is a quick and foolproof way to elevate soups, stews, and sauces. With a preparation time of only 5 minutes, this velvety paste is kneaded until smooth and then whisked into hot liquids for a seamless, lump-free finish. Perfect for mastering creamy béchamel or luxurious gravies, Beurre Manié is a chef’s secret weapon for achieving the perfect consistency without compromising flavor. Whether you’re refining a weeknight soup or impressing guests with a gourmet sauce, this versatile thickener adds a professional touch to any dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Directions

Step 1

Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy mixing. If it’s too firm, let it sit out for a few minutes to soften.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, combine the room-temperature butter and all-purpose flour in equal parts.

Step 3

Use a fork or your fingers to mash and knead the butter and flour together until they form a smooth, uniform paste. This is your Beurre Manié.

Step 4

To use the Beurre Manié, take a small amount (about 1 teaspoon at a time) and whisk it into a hot liquid such as soup, sauce, or stew. Ensure the liquid is already hot to help the paste dissolve and thicken evenly.

Step 5

Continue whisking the mixture until the Beurre Manié is fully incorporated, and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. This usually takes 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Repeat the process with more Beurre Manié if needed, adding small amounts at a time to avoid over-thickening.

Step 7

Once your sauce has reached the perfect thickness, remove it from heat and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(15g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	54.6

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 0.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.0g
Protein 1.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2.0mg	0%
Iron 0.7mg	0%
Potassium 16.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.7%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 86.9%