Bechamel Sauce

• 1 1/2 oz Butter or soya margarine
• 2 tb Plain flour
• 1/2 pt Skimmed or soya milk; warmed
• 1 pn Grated nutmeg
• Sea salt and freshly ground pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a small, heavy-bottomed saucepan.

2. 2

   Gradually stir in the flour.

3. 3

   Add the warm milk slowly, stirring all the time until the sauce thickens.

4. 4

   Season to taste with nutmeg, salt and pepper and simmer over a very low heat for 5-6 minutes.