Basic Bechamel Sauce

1. 1

   Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over moderately low heat

2. 2

   Add onions and cook, while stirring, until softened (about 2 minutes)

3. 3

   Add flour and cook, whisking, for 3 minutes to make a roux

4. 4

   Add milk in a steady stream, whisking constantly, and cook until thick and smooth

5. 5

   Whisk in salt and pepper and simmer until thickened to a desired consistency, whisking frequently

6. 6

   Pour sauce through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl and discard the solids

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