2 tbsp butter or margarine
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp dry mustard
1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded sharp
1 cheddar cheese
Directions
1. Melt butter in a 1-quart glass measuring pitcher in microwave oven
(about 30 seconds at High). Add flour and blend to a smooth paste.
Add milk gradually, stirring constantly.
2. Cook uncovered in microwave overn 4 minutes at High, or until
thickened; stir vigorously after 2 minutes, then every 30 seconds.
3. Add salt, dry mustard and cheese to sauce; stir well. Cook
uncovered in microwave oven 1 minute at High; stir.
Yield: About 1 cup.
SOURCE: Adventures in Microwave Cooking
Servings: 1 servings
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