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Bechamel Sauce
Recipe courtesy Mario Batali

Ingredients
5 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups milk
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg



Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the butter over medium-low
heat until melted. Add the flour and stir until smooth. Over medium heat, cook


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until the mixture turns a light, golden sandy color, about 6 to 7 minutes.

Meanwhile, heat the milk in a separate pan until just about to boil. Add the hot
milk to the butter mixture 1 cup at a time, whisking continuously until very
smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook 10 minutes, stirring constantly, then remove from
heat. Season with salt and nutmeg, and set aside until ready to use.



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