A (Mother Sauce)classic Béchamel sauce recipe with step-by-step instructions: Ingredients (makes about 2 cups / 500 ml) • 2 tablespoons butter • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour • 2 cups (500 ml) milk, warmed • Salt, to taste • White or black pepper, to taste • Optional: a pinch of nutmeg Instructions 1. Make the roux: • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. • Add the flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes, until it forms a smooth paste and loses the raw flour taste. Do not

8.9K views · 375 reactions | Béchamel sauce is a creamy, rich sauce made from only a few ingredients. Learn how to make the perfect béchamel and you're on your way to making tons of delicious recipes that call for it, including mac and cheese, lasagna, and soufflés. | Andrew Zimmern | Facebook