White Sauce — General recipe

White Sauce

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 414 kcal  · General

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Try this homemade White Sauce recipe the whole family will love. Made with butter, all-purpose, salt and pepper. Easy step-by-step instructions included.

This White Sauce relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as (1 stick) butter, all-purpose flour, to 2 teaspoons salt and to 3/4 teaspoon pepper. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 414 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General
Servings: persons

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