How to Make White Sauce for Pasta - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic comfort food, few dishes are as beloved as pasta with white sauce. This simple yet satisfying dish is a staple in countless households, and for good reason – it's easy to make, versatile, and undeniably delicious. Whether you're in the mood for a creamy Alfredo, a garlicky béchamel, or a light and lemony white wine sauce, the possibilities are endless when it comes to creating the perfect white sauce for your pasta.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons margarine
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon, crumbled
  • 1 ½ cups boiling water
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • ground white pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Melt butter and margarine in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add flour and crumbled bouillon; stir until well blended, 1 to 2 minutes. Continue to cook and stir until thickened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Increase the heat to medium and whisk in water until smooth. Stir in milk; cook and stir until hot and thickened, 2 to 3 more minutes. Season with white pepper.
  • Nutrition

    153 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 419mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 82mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 108mg