Besciamella

By LeeBoruchow

Besciamella or balsamella is the Italian take on the classic bechamel sauce.

Ingredients

• 5 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups whole milk
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg

Details

Servings 4

Preparation

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir until smooth. Cook, stiring, until light golden brown (6-7 mins).

Meanwhile, in another medium saucepan, heat milk to just under a boil. Add the milk to the butter mixture 1 cup at a time, whisking, until very smooth, and bring to a boil, whisking. Cook, whisking, until thick (10 mins).

Remove from heat and season with salt and nutmeg. Let cool.