2 tbsp. butter, melted
2 ½ tbsp. flour
2 cups milk
½ tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or more to taste)

Melt butter over medium heat. Blend in flour to make a roux and cook 1 minute. Add milk ¼ cup at a time, stirring constantly. Add salt, pepper, and cheese, stirring until cheese melts and mixture is smooth. Makes about 2 ½ cups.

Great for pouring over broccoli!