2 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. flour
1/2 tsp. salt

In 1 quart glass measure, place butter, flour and salt. Microwave at high 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute.

1 cup milk - gradually stir in milk. Microwave at high 3 1/2 to 4 minutes, stirring every minute until thick and bubbly (1 cup).

Variations:

Cheese Sauce: To finished sauce, add 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded sharp cheese and dash of cayenne pepper. Microwave high 1 to 2 minutes to melt cheese.

Mornay Sauce: To finished sauce, add 1/2 cup shredded Swiss, Gruyere or Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and a dash of cayenne pepper.

Curry Sauce: Add 2 to 3 teaspoons curry powder along with flour. Microwave as above.

Dill Sauce: To finished sauce, add 2 teaspoons dill weed and 1 teaspoon lemon juice.

Horseradish Sauce: To finished sauce add 1 to 2 teaspoons cream style horseradish.

Thick White Sauce - Use 3 tablespoons flour instead of 2 tablespoons.