basic-bechamel-sauce.json

{
    "directions": [
        "Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the flour until smooth. Continue stirring as the flour cooks to a light, golden, sandy color, about 7 minutes.",
        "Increase heat to medium-high and slowly whisk in milk until thickened by the roux. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low and continue simmering until the flour has softened and not longer tastes gritty, 10 to 20 minutes, then season with salt and nutmeg."
    ],
    "ingredients": [
        "5 tablespoons butter",
        "1/4 cup all-purpose flour",
        "1 quart milk",
        "2 teaspoons salt",
        "1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg"
    ],
    "language": "en-US",
    "source": "allrecipes.com",
    "tags": [],
    "title": "Basic Bechamel Sauce",
    "url": "http://allrecipes.com/recipe/139987/basic-bechamel-sauce/"
}