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Low Carb Bechamel Sauce FI
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Keto Bechamel Sauce

This creamy sauce has a toothsome richness that's perfect for meat and low carb noodles alike. While traditional Bechamel is made with a roux of flour, butter and cream, this "Mother" sauce base can be recreated with low carb ingredients in a way that keeps all the flavors you're looking for alive.
Course Condiments, Sauce
Cuisine French, Keto
Keyword gluten free, heavy cream
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 369kcal
Author Brandy

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1¾ cups heavy whipping cream
  • 8 oz. cream cheese * room temp and cubed for easier melting
  • ½ tsp chicken bouillon dry (trust me on this ingredient)
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • salt *to taste if needed

Instructions

  • Add the heavy whipping cream, cream cheese, bouillon, pepper, and nutmeg to a medium-sized, saucepan. Heat on low while whisking until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
    Whisk all ingredients
  • Heat uncovered while continuing to whisk for a few minutes, until a desired consistency is reached. DO NOT BOIL or the sauce will get grainy.
    Heating and whisking Keto Bechamel
  • Test seasoning and adjust if needed. Serve as desired and keep leftovers in the fridge for 4-5 days.
    Served Keto Low Carb Bechamel Sauce

Notes

This recipe makes 6 servings. Do not freeze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/2 cup | Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 39g | Sodium: 149mg | Fiber: 1g | Net Carbs: 3g | Fat Ratio per Serving: 95.12% | Protein Ratio per Serving: 4.34% | Carb Ratio per Serving: 3.25%