1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp flour
1 tsp lemon pepper
1 cup nonfat milk
Directions
Place flour in a small saucepan and cook until toasted, but not
browned. Stir constantly. Add cornstarch, lemon pepper and milk.
Continue cooking, and stirring until thickened. Serve over vegetables
or use as a base for cheese sauce or country gravy. Per
tablespoonful: 17 calories, 0 gm fat, 0 mg chol, 1 gm protein, 3 gm
carbs, 14 mg sodium.
Servings: 1 servings
Low-Fat White Sauce Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Sauce
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