Speedy White Sauce Bechamel a Cheats Version
Whip up a velvety béchamel sauce in minutes with this 'Speedy White Sauce Béchamel: A Cheat's Version'—the ultimate time-saver for home chefs! Perfect for pasta bakes, creamy soups, or as a base for your favorite dishes, this recipe uses basic pantry staples like butter, flour, and milk to deliver a silky, lump-free sauce in just under 10 minutes. With no-fuss techniques, you'll create a perfectly smooth roux and customize your sauce with a touch of nutmeg for added depth. Whether you're a culinary beginner or a busy home cook, this quick béchamel is a foolproof way to elevate your meals without the extra effort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 1 pinch Nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Be careful not to let it brown.
Once the butter is fully melted, add the flour and whisk continuously for about 1 minute to create a smooth paste (roux). This prevents the sauce from tasting like raw flour.
Slowly pour in the milk, about 1/4 cup at a time, whisking vigorously after each addition to ensure no lumps form.
Continue adding the milk until it is all incorporated, whisking constantly to create a smooth and creamy sauce.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Season the béchamel with salt, ground black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg, if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Remove from heat and use immediately in your dish, or cover with plastic wrap touching the surface of the sauce to prevent a skin from forming if not using right away.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.8 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 110 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 1518 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 621 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 792 mg | 17% | |
*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.
