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White base sauce
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Total Time:
50 minutes
Perfect your creamy Béchamel sauce with vigilant stirring to prevent burning.
Ingredients:
  • 320 g onions
  • 320 g leeks
  • 60 g unsalted butter
  • 120 g plain flour
  • 1.6 litres semi-skimmed milk
Instructions:
  • Peel and roughly chop the onions. Trim, wash, and slice the leeks. In a large pan over medium heat, melt the oil and butter. Add the vegetables and cook covered for 30 minutes until softened and lightly colored, stirring occasionally. Stir in the flour until well combined with the vegetables. Gradually add the milk, stirring continuously. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes until thickened, stirring regularly. Blend the sauce until smooth, season with salt and pepper.