This sauce is wonderful on steamed asparagus, broccoli, and cauliflower. Top the dish with a good sprinkle of paprika

3 Tbs. flour 3 Tbs. butter salt and pepper 1 1/2 C. milk 1 cup of shredded sharp cheddar cheese dash of Tabasco small grating of nutmeg Paprika

Melt butter in medium sauce pot, and add flour a tablespoon at a time, whisking vigorously to combine raw flour.

Add liquid till you like the consistency.

Then blend in the cheese, and Tabasco and nutmeg.