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Small Batch Béchamel Sauce Recipe

Cyd Converse
This small batch Béchamel sauce recipe is perfect for one meal. No extra sauce or worrying about leftovers!
4.01 from 128 votes
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Entrée
Cuisine French
Servings 4 1/4 cup
Calories 103 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Heavy-bottomed pan

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 1/4 cups Milk hot
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a heavy-bottomed pan, melt the butter and stir in the flour. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes until bubbly (be sure not to let it burn).
  • Slowly add the hot milk, stirring constantly, and bring to a boil.
  • Season to taste, then lower the heat and cook for a few more minutes.
  • Your sauce is now ready to serve!

Nutrition

Calories: 103kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 31mgSugar: 4g
Keyword Butter, Cream, French, Sauces
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