Yield: 1 servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 tablespoons | Butter or margarine |
| 2 tablespoons | All-purpose flour |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| ¼ teaspoon | Salt |
| ¼ teaspoon | Dry mustard |
| ½ cup | (2 ounces) shredded sharp |
| Cheddar cheese |
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