This quick béchamel sauce skips the constant stovetop stirring but keeps all the creamy, velvety goodness of the classic French white sauce. Perfect for lasagna, mac and cheese, chicken pot pie, and other comfort foods, this easy béchamel sauce recipe comes together effortlessly in the microwave—saving you time without sacrificing flavor. Make a big batch for meal prep, freeze it in an Anytime Freezer Tray, and have a ready-to-use white sauce anytime you need it. Whether you're layering up a homemade lasagna or whipping up a creamy mac and cheese, this no-stir béchamel sauce is your new kitchen shortcut!

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