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BÉCHAMEL SAUCE
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Béchamel is one of the great sauces, and is the base for many fine
derivatives Use this in Lasagna, Moussaka, Crepe things, pasta, etc. It is a natural around lobster, sole, and other seafood. To Begin your Béchamel Sauce: In a stainless steel saucepan, add:
Simmer together for a half hour. Meanwhile, in another saucepan, bring a quart of milk with a bit of nutmeg in it slowly up to a simmer. Don't let boil. When above are ready, in a saucepan that will hold both of above, melt:
Whisk in:
When smooth, Strain in the Chicken broth, heating and whisking until thickened. Add the milk, whisking in, and heat until simmering. Simmer a couple or three minutes more, whisking often. Whisk occasionally while cooling, and use immediately or refrigerate. A bit of butter melted over the top will stop a skin from forming. |