Cheese Sauce

         Yield: 1 Servings
Categories: Cheese, Microwave, Dairy, Sauces

2 tb Butter or margarine 2 tb All-purpose flour 1 c Milk 1/4 ts Salt 1/4 ts Dry mustard 1/2 c (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.