Bechamel Sauce

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Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
• 1/4 cup Flour
• 3 cups Whole Milk
• 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
• Nutmeg

Preparation

Step 1

Heat butter in medium sauce pan until melted.
Add flour and stir until smooth. Cook over medium heat until light golden brown, about 6-7 minutes.
Heat the milk in a separate pan until it's just about to boil. Add milk to the butter mixture 1 cup at a time, whisking continuously until very smooth. Bring to a boil and cook for 30 seconds.
Remove from heat and season with salt and nutmeg.