WHITE SAUCE

Ingredients:
Butter - 24 gms
Flour - 24 gs
Milk - 500 ml (cold)
Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

• Melt the butter in a pan over a gentle heat.
• Stir in flour and cook without  browning for 2 minutes, stirring all the time.
• Remove from heat and gradually beat in the liquid. Alternatively, add all the liquid and whisk thoroughly.
• Return to heat and bring to boil, stirring well.
• Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes and add seasoning.
• If sauce is to be kept, cover it with grease proof paper or foil to prevent a skin forming.