Bechamel Sauce - Microwave

2 tb Unsalted Butter
2 tb All-Purpose Flour
1 pn Salt
1 ds Tabasco Sauce
1 c Half And Half

Garnish

Fresh Chives, Chopped

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 1-1/4 cups.

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