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Delicious béchamel sauce for lasagna preparation.

Béchamel For Lasagna

A classic French white sauce, béchamel is a fundamental component of many dishes, including lasagna, providing a creamy, rich layer that binds ingredients together.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Béchamel Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Butter (113g)
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour (60g)
  • 4 cups Whole milk (960ml)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg freshly grated

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Making the Béchamel
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until a smooth paste, or roux, forms.
  3. Gradually whisk in the cold milk, ensuring to incorporate it fully to prevent any lumps.
  4. Continue whisking over medium heat until the sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the salt and freshly grated nutmeg to season the sauce.

Notes

For a smoother sauce, ensure the milk is cold when added to the roux. Whisk continuously to prevent lumps.