Thin White Sauce(Soup Base)

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 3 Cuisine: American

A versatile and creamy white sauce that serves as a perfect base for soups, sauces, and casseroles. Its smooth texture and mild flavor complement a variety of dishes, making it ideal for those seeking a comforting, homemade addition to their culinary repertoire.

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Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
  • 2 Tbsp. enriched flour
  • 3 c. milk
  • 1/2 tsp. salt

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the enriched flour and blend well to form a roux.
  3. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly.
  4. Add salt and cook until the mixture is slightly thickened, about 5-10 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

419 kcal 21% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.2g 8% DV
Total Fat 28g 36% DV
Carbs 37.1g 13% DV
Fiber 0.8g 3% DV
Sugar 11.6g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9769.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 92.3mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 76.5mg 26% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 47mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 3.9mg 4% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 112.3mg 9% DV
Iron 2.7mg 15% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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