bechamel
/ˈbɛʃəˌmɛl/
noun
- A creamy white sauce made from butter, flour, and milk, used in many dishes like lasagna and macaroni and cheese.
- She made a smooth bechamel for the lasagna layers.
- The chef added nutmeg to the bechamel for extra flavor.
- You can use bechamel as a base for many creamy pasta sauces.