A versatile and creamy white sauce perfect for enhancing a variety of dishes.
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Ensure the butter doesn't brown by keeping the heat moderate.
Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk until smooth. Cook for about 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Stir constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Adding the milk slowly helps to maintain a smooth consistency.
Season the sauce with salt and nutmeg, stirring to combine.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Reduce the heat and simmer the sauce until it thickens to your desired consistency, about 3 minutes.
The sauce is ready when it coats the back of a spoon.