Basic White Sauce

From Better Homes and Gardens New Cookbook

2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
Dash black pepper
1 1/2 cup milk
Onion, chopped (optional)
Garlic, minced (optional)

1. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, if desired, and saute.
2. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper and cook for about 30 seconds.
3. Stir in milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly.