This easy and creamy white sauce is the perfect base for your lasagna. Made with simple ingredients like butter, flour, and milk, it’s quick to prepare and adds a rich, velvety texture to your dish. Feel free to adjust the seasoning with a pinch of nutmeg for extra flavor. A versatile, delicious addition to any lasagna recipe!
Ingredients Needed:
- 50g butter
- 50g flour
- 500ml milk
- Salt
- Pepper
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
How To Make Lasagna White Sauce Recipe?
- Melt the Butter: In a medium-sized pan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the Flour: Once the butter has melted, add the flour and whisk them together.
- Cook the Flour: Whisk for a few minutes while it bubbles, to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Add the Milk: Gradually pour in the milk, whisking continuously until the mixture becomes smooth after each addition.
- Thicken the Sauce: Continue stirring until the sauce reaches a thick, glossy consistency, but not too stiff.
- Season: Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg, if desired.
Recipe Tips:
- Whisk Constantly: Stir the sauce continuously while adding milk to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth texture.
- Adjust Consistency: If the sauce gets too thick, add a little more milk to loosen it up until you reach the perfect consistency.
- Cook the Flour Properly: Don’t skip cooking the flour for a few minutes to avoid a raw taste in the sauce.
- Season Well: Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or nutmeg for extra flavor.
- Reheat Gently: When reheating, do so on low heat and stir frequently to prevent it from burning or becoming too thick.
How To Store Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Cool the leftover sauce to room temperature, then store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.
- Freeze: To freeze, cool the sauce, then store it in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Total Fat: 11.6g
- Saturated Fat: 7.1g
- Cholesterol: 20.25mg
- Sodium: 70.5mg
- Potassium: 104.0mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 17.55g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.375g
- Sugars: 7.775g
- Protein: 5.275g
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