Aromatic White Sauce Recipe

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   MAKES 2 C. LACTO

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   This herb-scented bechamel sauce is a lighter but luscious alternative to a rich cream sauce.

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   Though thickened with flour, it has the texture of cream, and when cooked the full length of time it should not have a floury taste.

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   Always prepare this sauce before making the ravioli so the herb flavors have a chance to infuse.

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   In small saucepan, combine lowfat milk, onion, peppercorns, parsley, bay leaf and thyme.

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   Slowly heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, till warmed.

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   Meanwhile, in medium saucepan, heat butter over medium heat.

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   Stir in flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

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   Whisk in hot lowfat milk mix and healthy pinch of salt and bring to simmer.

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    Reduce heat to low and cook, whisking occasionally, till thickened, about 25 min.

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    Add in more salt if needed and nutmeg.

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    Strain through a fine-meshed sieve before using.

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    Madison.

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