Bechamel white sauce

Step 1

Heat the milk with salt, white pepper and a pinch of nutmeg.

Step 2

In a saucepan, melt the butter and whisk in the flour. Cook for 5 minutes over low heat, stirring continuously. Remove from the heat and leave to cool a little.

Step 3

Return the pan to the heat and add the hot milk, whisking vigorously.

Step 4

Cook for 5 minutes until boiling and pour into a bowl, covering with cling film to prevent a crust forming on top.

Step 5