béchamel sauce
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of béchamel sauce
C18: named after the Marquis of Béchamel , steward of Louis XIV of France and its creator
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France’s croque monsieur: The classic toasted sandwich with ham, cheese and béchamel sauce.
From BBC ● May 10, 2023
The cooked chard is dabbed with fresh ricotta and Parmesan, then covered with a creamy béchamel sauce and topped with crunchy breadcrumbs.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 14, 2022
In the 1951 edition of “The Joy of Cooking,” the first time hot chicken salad appeared in the book, the dish included a béchamel sauce.
From New York Times ● Jan. 31, 2022
The only ingredients you need to make a classic white sauce, or béchamel sauce, are unsalted butter, flour, and milk.
From Salon ● Aug. 18, 2021
In Béchamel.—Prepare it as above, and serve with a béchamel sauce, and as warm as possible.
From Hand-Book of Practical Cookery for Ladies and Professional Cooks by Pierre Blot
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