Ingredients

• 1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 1/2 cups whole milk
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 1/4 teaspoons paprika
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 3/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 3/4 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons white vinegar

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Instructions

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2. Melt the butter on low heat, preferably in a double boiler, or, paying close attention, stirring regularly in a pot. Stir in the flour, incorporating it into the butter thoroughly until smooth. Slowly add the milk, stirring constantly. Cook on low-medium heat, stirring regularly, until it reaches a silky, creamy consistency. Whisk in the salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne, nutmeg and cloves. Cook for 5 minutes. Whisk in the vinegar, adding slowly. Cook for another 5 minutes, whisking often.