Discover the enchantment of Light Ham Béchamel, a delightful sauce that brings richness and flavor to a variety of dishes without the heaviness. This versatile béchamel, with its smooth texture and subtle ham notes, is perfect for enhancing pasta, lasagna, or creamy soups. Creating this sauce from scratch allows you to savor its freshness and customize flavors to suit your taste.
With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this light version that promises a luscious taste while keeping it lighter. Perfect for the health-conscious chef, this Light Ham Béchamel not only elevates your meals but also offers an easy way to impress family and friends. Enjoy it immediately or save it for later—either way, it’s bound to become a staple you’ll love to use in your home cooking.
- First, start by blanching the ham bone in boiling water. Once blanched, set it aside and place it in a pot with the milk.
- Heat the pot over low heat, allowing the milk to simmer with the ham bone until the volume reduces by half. This infuses the milk with delicious ham flavor.
- In a separate pan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the cornstarch and sauté for about 5 minutes, making sure to keep stirring continuously to avoid burning.
- Slowly add the warm milk mixture to the sautéed cornstarch, stirring non-stop until the sauce thickens. Let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Your Light Ham Béchamel is now ready to be used! Serve it immediately to enhance your favorite dishes or store it for later. Enjoy!
