White Sauce (Bechamel) Freezer Base

A smooth white sauce is the base for so many family favourites

FREEZER FRIENDLY MEALS

8/10/20262 min read

A wooden spoon dripping creamy white garlic sauce into a small brown ceramic dipping bowl.

This is one of those recipes I make in a big batch and thank myself for later. A smooth white sauce is the base for so many family favourites - lasagne, fish pie, mac and cheese, creamy vegetables - and having it ready in the freezer means dinner comes together in half the time.

Why This Works

Having a freezer stash of this basic sauce means you're never stuck without a creamy base for a quick, comforting meal, which is a lifesaver on busy days or when grandchildren turn up unannounced (in the best way!).

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 5 mins

Cook Time: 10 mins

Serves: Makes 2 cups

Freezes For: Up to 3 months

What You Need

● 50g butter

● 50g plain flour

● 600ml milk, warmed

● Pinch of salt

● Pinch of white pepper

● Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

Method

1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

2. Stir in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a smooth paste (this is your roux).

3. Gradually whisk in the warm milk, a little at a time, whisking well after each addition to avoid lumps.

4. Keep whisking over medium heat until the sauce thickens and comes to a gentle simmer, about 5 minutes.

5. Season with salt, pepper and a pinch of nutmeg if using.

6. Cool completely, then freeze in flat freezer bags or small containers in meal-sized portions.

Kim's Tips

♥ Lay the freezer bags flat on a tray until frozen - they'll stack neatly afterwards and take up so much less space.

♥ Thaw overnight in the fridge, then reheat gently on the stove, whisking in a splash of milk if it's thickened too much.

♥ Double or triple the batch - it takes barely any extra time and you'll be so glad it's there on a busy night.

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