Camel Milk Béchamel

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Camel Milk Béchamel

A classic white sauce built from a roux and camel milk, the foundation for gratins and baked pastas throughout this book.

Sauces, Dressings & Marinades · Casserole Base · Gratin Sauce

What you need

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp Butter
  • 3 tbsp Flour
  • 2 cups Camel Milk, warmed
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg
  • Salt and White Pepper, to taste

Method

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter over medium-low heat.
  2. Whisk in the flour and cook 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
  3. Gradually whisk in the warmed camel milk, a little at a time, whisking constantly.
  4. Cook over low heat, stirring often, until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. Season with nutmeg, salt, and white pepper.

From The Complete Camel Milk Guide & Cookbook: A Definitive Guide to History, Science, Sourcing & 150 Original Recipes by Aunesty Janssen

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