Ingredients

3 Tablespoons of butter

2 and a half Tablespoons of flour

6 peppercorns

1 and a half teaspoons of salt

1 bay leaf

1 medium onion or 3 shallots

2 cups milk

Method:

In a saucepan melt 3 tablespoons of butter, then blend in 2 1/2 tablespoons of flour, one medium-sized onion minced fine, 1 bay leaf, 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt. Stir constantly over a low flame for 8-10 minutes, then remove the bay leaf. Slowly stir in two cups of milk that has been preheated until steam rises from it. Continue to stir sauce for 15 mins over a low flame. Strain and place in a glacé jar in the fridge.