Here's how to make the classic Bechamel sauce

Here's how to make the classic Bechamel sauce

This classic white sauce forms the base of so many French dishes, bringing a richness in its simplicity

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Cuisine:French
Cook time:30m
Prep time:10m
Servings:Based on the main dish. Should suffice for 4

Ingredients

30 to 40 gms or 3-4 tbsp butter

30 ml or 2 heaped tbsp flour

250 ml or 1 cup milk

Salt and pepper

Method

1. Melt the butter and add the flour, stirring continuously until a round ball is made. Add the milk and stir continuously until a thick cream is made.

2. Cook for 15 minutes on a Iow heat, stirring often making sure that it does not burn. Set aside

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