No-Fat White Sauce

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A velvety, dairy-rich sauce that adds comfort and elegance to simple dishes without the extra fat.
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This lightweight white sauce offers a creamy texture and mild flavor, perfect for drizzling over steamed vegetables, chicken, or fish. By using lite evaporated milk and cornstarch instead of heavy cream or butter, you achieve a smooth consistency that feels indulgent but remains diet-friendly. The addition of fresh parsley provides a bright, herbaceous note, while a hint of black pepper adds subtle warmth. It’s an excellent base for gravies or a standalone topping that brings restaurant-quality appeal to weeknight dinners. Quick to whip up, this sauce proves that healthy eating doesnâÂÂt mean sacrificing richness or satisfaction.

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No-Fat White Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 148.9

Description

This lightweight white sauce offers a creamy texture and mild flavor, perfect for drizzling over steamed vegetables, chicken, or fish. By using lite evaporated milk and cornstarch instead of heavy cream or butter, you achieve a smooth consistency that feels indulgent but remains diet-friendly. The addition of fresh parsley provides a bright, herbaceous note, while a hint of black pepper adds subtle warmth. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent base for gravies or a standalone topping that brings restaurant-quality appeal to weeknight dinners. Quick to whip up, this sauce proves that healthy eating doesnâÂÂt mean sacrificing richness or satisfaction.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a nonstick saucepan over medium heat, combine the lite evaporated milk and cornstarch.
  2. Whisk vigorously with a wire whisk until the mixture is completely smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Add the butter buds and pepper, continuing to stir constantly.
  4. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
  5. Once boiling, let it simmer for 1 minute to allow the cornstarch to fully thicken the sauce.
  6. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  7. Stir in the fresh parsley until evenly distributed.
  8. Serve immediately over potatoes, chicken, fish, or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 148.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.5g17%
Saturated Fat 6.5g33%
Cholesterol 31.1mg11%
Sodium 102.9mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 10.1g4%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 6.6g
Protein 4.7g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a thicker sauce, mix an additional teaspoon of cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold milk and stir into the simmering sauce.

This sauce makes an excellent base for a low-fat gravy; add low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth to thin it to your desired consistency.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of milk if it has thickened too much.

Butter buds can be substituted with a fat-free butter alternative or omitted entirely for a plainer white sauce.

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