2 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. flour
1 c. milk or cream
Salt and white pepper to taste

CHEESE SAUCE:

1/2 c. Cheddar cheese, cubed

Blend ingredients in blender, food processor, or wire whisk. Basic white sauce consists of the first 4 ingredients. Cheese sauce is simply white sauce with Cheddar cheese.

Pour into saucepan and cook over low heat, stir constantly until thick. Season with salt and white pepper. Sauce can be thinned by using half of the butter and flour. It can also be made thicker by using twice the amount of butter and flour. Low heat and stirring are secrets of success. May be cooked in microwave with suitable container by cooking for 2 minutes, stirring well and repeat. Continue to cook for 2 minutes and stirring until bubbling smooth.