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How to Make Basic White Sauce - Cream Sauce at its Simplest

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White Sauce

Cultural Context

White sauce, or béchamel, has roots in French cuisine and is one of the five mother sauces. It serves as a base for many dishes, including lasagna and macaroni and cheese. In various cultures, it has been adapted with local spices and ingredients, making it a versatile staple in kitchens worldwide.

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4 servings
Servings4
1.5 tablespoons butter
1.5 tablespoons flour
pinch of salt
white pepper
1 cup heavy cream
1

Start on medium to low heat.

2

Add 1.5 tablespoons of butter and melt without burning.

3

Add 1.5 tablespoons of flour and whisk together for 1 minute to cook out the flour taste.

4

Add 1 cup of heavy cream and whisk together, scraping the bottom and sides of the pan.

5

Add white pepper and a pinch of salt, whisking until combined.

6

Increase heat to bring mixture to a boil until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.

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