White Sauce (Noun)
Meaning
Milk thickened with a butter and flour roux.
Classification
Nouns denoting foods and drinks.
Examples
- The chef added a splash of nutmeg to the white sauce to give it an extra boost of flavor.
- White sauce is a fundamental component of many French dishes, including mac and cheese.
- To make a basic white sauce, combine equal parts butter and flour in a saucepan and whisk until smooth.
- The lasagna recipe called for a rich and creamy white sauce to balance out the bold flavors of the meat sauce.
- A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese elevated the simple white sauce to a decadent and creamy delight.