Cheese Sauce

Recipes

This is a really versatile cheese sauce that I often use with pasta

Source: http://southernfood.about.com/od/cheeserecipes/r/bl30103x.htm

Yield: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black or white pepper *1 1/2 cups milk
• 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar or smoky flavor Cheddar cheese

Instructions

Melt butter; remove from heat. Stir in flour and seasonings. Gradually add milk, stirring until well mixed. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and smooth. Cook for 5 minutes longer; add cheese. Stir until smooth and well blended. Serve with pasta or vegetables.