Basic White Or Bechamel Sauce Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
CuisineCourse
MethodDish
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Margarine2 Tablespoon
 Flour2 Tablespoon
 Salt1⁄8 Teaspoon
 Pepper white1 Dash
 Skim milk1 Cup (16 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 405 Calories from Fat 219

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 25 g38.1%

Saturated Fat 4.6 g22.9%

Trans Fat 1.7 g

Cholesterol 4.6 mg1.5%

Sodium 560.6 mg23.4%

Total Carbohydrates 35 g11.7%

Dietary Fiber 0.89 g3.6%

Sugars 11.9 g

Protein 11 g22.2%

Vitamin A 21.8% Vitamin C 4%

Calcium 29.2% Iron 8.5%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Melt margarine in top of double boiler over hot water.
Add flour, salt, and pepper, and cook over moderate heat about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Gradually add milk.
Cook, stirring constantly until mixture thickens.
Keep warm in double boiler.
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