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Creamy and Popular Bechamel sauce Recipe
Creamy and popular bechamel sauce (molho de béchamel), is often used in Portuguese dishes, and it is a good base for sauces.
| Preparation time | 5 min |
| Cooking Time | 15 min |
| Ready In | 20 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Very Easy |
| Servings | 4 |
Ingredients
2 cups of milk1/4 cup of butter1/3 cup of flourNutmeg (to taste)Salt (to taste)Pepper (to taste)
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Preparation
- In a small pan, heat the butter and stir until frothy, then add the flour and stir well.
- Add the milk gradually, always beating with a wire rod until the sauce begins to boil.
- Let it simmer for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly until it thickens.
- Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg, stir well and use.
Recipe Credit: pt.petitchef.com
Photo Credit: thepioneerwoman.com
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