bechamel sauce - microwave

GARNISH Microwave butter in a medium microwave safe bowl, covered with plastic wrap, on high power until butter is melted, about 1 minute. Stir in flour, salt and Tabasco sauce until smooth. Gradually pour in Half and Half, whisking until smooth. Microwave, covered with plastic wrap, on high for 2 minutes. Whisk until smooth. Microwave for 2 minutes longer. Serve warm. Garnish with chopped chives. Makes 1-¼ cups.

calories per ¼ cup. From: Syd's Cookbook.