Béchamel Sauce

Ingredients

• 50 g unsalted butter
• 50 g plain flour
• 500 ml whole milk
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp white pepper
• 1 pinch nutmeg

Steps

1. 1Melt butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
2. 2Add flour all at once and whisk constantly for 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste (this is the roux).
3. 3Gradually pour in the warm milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
4. 4Continue whisking over medium heat until the sauce thickens and comes to a gentle simmer, about 5 minutes.
5. 5Season with salt, white pepper, and a grating of nutmeg. Use immediately or press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent a skin forming.