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. SOURCE: Adventures in Microwave Cooking