Béchamel sauce
A cooked sauce of milk, flour and fat with a smooth, creamy texture.
What it offers and why to use it
A cooked sauce of milk, flour and fat with a smooth, creamy texture. Understanding its composition helps to adjust moisture and cooking time.
Mild and milky with a gently toasted note and optional nutmeg.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
For ready-made sauce, look for a smooth texture and avoid swollen packs.
Store
Homemade béchamel keeps refrigerated for up to two days with the surface covered.
Prepare
Use for gratins, fillings, croquettes and baked pasta.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Pairs with vegetables, pasta, ham, chicken, fish and mild cheeses.
How to substitute it
It can be made with plant-based drink and oil, adjusting the thickener.
Recipes with béchamel sauce
Oven-baked croque monsieur
A French cooked-ham and cheese sandwich topped with béchamel and Emmental until creamy inside and golden outside.
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