Brazilian recipe
White Sauce (Molho branco)
A classic, velvety white sauce that serves as the perfect base for your favourite pasta bakes, lasagnas, and vegetable gratins.
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
Salt to taste
Nutmeg to taste
White pepper to taste
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
Salt to taste
Nutmeg to taste
White pepper to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these pantry staples at local supermarkets like Massy Stores or PriceSmart in the dairy and baking aisles. If you prefer, unsalted butter is recommended for better control over the final salt level.
Preparation method
- Warm the milk in a saucepan until it just begins to simmer, then set it aside.
- Melt the butter in a separate saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the flour to the melted butter.
- Whisk thoroughly until you have a smooth, consistent paste.
- Gradually pour the warmed milk into the saucepan while stirring constantly.
- Continue whisking vigorously with a wire whisk to prevent any lumps from forming.
- Cook the sauce over low heat for a few minutes until it thickens to your desired consistency.
- Season to taste with salt, nutmeg, and white pepper before serving.
Observations
This versatile sauce is an essential staple in any kitchen, providing a smooth and delicate finish to a variety of dishes. Whether you are assembling a rich lasagna or topping off a gratin, this simple technique ensures a perfectly creamy consistency every single time.
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