Creamy White Sauce
Creamy, comforting, and incredibly versatile, this white sauce recipe is your go-to for transforming any dish into a culinary masterpiece. Perfect for pasta, vegetables, or casseroles, it offers a rich flavor and silky texture that evokes warmth and nostalgia. With just a few simple ingredients, you can elevate weeknight dinners or impress guests at gatherings. Get ready to whisk your way to deliciousness!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly but not browned.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Gradually add the milk while continuously whisking until the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using), stirring well.
- Serve immediately over pasta or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg