How to Make a Basic Cream Sauce

Cream sauce goes well on vegetarian lasagna.

A basic cream sauce can be used in a variety of recipes, including pastas, and can be spiced up in many ways, such as adding nutmeg or Parmesan cheese. Basic cream sauce meals typically pair well with white wine.

Things You'll Need

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 2 cups milk
• Salt
• Pepper
• Saucepan
• Whisk

Instructions

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan on low heat.

2. Add the flour. Stir with a whisk until smooth and creamy.

3. Add the milk and stir. Turn the heat up to medium high. Cook for about three minutes while stirring.

4. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Tips & Warnings

• Reduce or add milk for a thinner or thicker sauce.