Béchamel - Basic Recipe (English)

Ingredients:

• 50 g butter

• 50 g flour

• 500 ml milk

• Salt

• Pepper

Preparation:

1. Make the roux:
   In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth and lump-free. Let cook for 2 minutes without letting the flour brown.

2. Add the milk:
   Gradually add the milk (cold or lukewarm), whisking constantly to prevent lumps.

3. Thicken the sauce:
   Continue heating and whisking until the sauce thickens. This will take around 5 to 10 minutes.

4. Season:
   Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.