BASIC BECHAMEL SAUCE
Use this basic bechamel sauce to make our Rich Chicken and Squash Lasagna, Rich Beef and Eggplant Lasagna, Rich Artichoke and Mushroom Lasagna, or our Rich Spinach and Leek Lasagna.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Yield Makes 5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium. Add onion and garlic; cook until onion is soft, 4 minutes. Add flour, season with salt, and cook, stirring, until mixture is pale golden with a nutty aroma, 4 minutes. Whisking constantly, add half the milk. Add the remaining milk and whisk until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, until sauce comes to a boil and thickens, 10 minutes. Use immediately.
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Anthony Hume
[email protected]This sauce is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and always delicious. I love using it in lasagna and macaroni and cheese.
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[email protected]I've been using this recipe for years and it never disappoints. It's the perfect sauce for lasagna, macaroni and cheese, and even just as a dip for vegetables.
Comedy Vibes
[email protected]This sauce was very easy to make and it tasted great! I used it to make a cheese sauce for my nachos and it was perfect. I'll definitely be making this sauce again.
JULIAN Mckinney
[email protected]I was really excited to try this recipe, but it unfortunately turned out lumpy. I'm not sure what went wrong. :(
Wesley Gathage
[email protected]This béchamel sauce is amazing! I've used it to make lasagna, macaroni and cheese, and even chicken pot pie. It's always smooth and creamy, and it adds a delicious flavor to any dish.
Oyin Adesokan
[email protected]I made this sauce for the first time last night and it was a huge success! My husband and kids loved it. It was so creamy and smooth. I will definitely be making this again.
Dwight Morton
[email protected]This sauce was a bit too thick for my taste, but it was still very good. I'll try adding a little more milk next time.
Conray Gallant
[email protected]I've tried many béchamel sauce recipes and this one is by far the best. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love that it doesn't have any lumps. Definitely a keeper!
Pro Gaming
[email protected]Just made this sauce and it was delicious! So easy to make too. Will definitely be using this recipe again.
saloum Touray
[email protected]This béchamel sauce was a breeze to make and turned out perfectly! It was smooth, creamy, and flavorful. I used it to make lasagna and it was a hit with my family. Definitely recommend this recipe!