Bechamel Sauce
A classic creamy white sauce perfect for enhancing dishes like lasagna, gratins, or vegetables.
Ingredients
Dairy and fats
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons grated onion
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 pinch dried thyme
- 1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan; stir in onion, flour, salt, and pepper.
- Add half-and-half and chicken broth; cook until thickened, stirring frequently.
- Remove from heat and stir in thyme and cayenne pepper.
Notes
This sauce can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.