Authentic, Creamy Béchamel Sauce Recipe

Step 1

Place a small saucepan on the stove at low heat.

Step 2

Add butter and let it slowly, gently melt.

Step 3

Begin adding flour to the melted butter and whisk really well until the flour disappears and the mixture becomes creamy.

Step 4

Add 1/4 of the milk to the mixture. Stir very gently on medium-low heat.

Step 5

As the cream becomes dry, add more milk and continue to stir.

Step 6

When the sauce has achieved your desired thickness, you can turn off the heat and stop stirring.

Step 7

Add a touch of nutmeg and salt to enhance the flavours and mix through. Then use on your favourite dish of choice!