Bechamel Sauce

This is the basic sauce for most things...including mac and cheese. I've made this several times, but I finally found one with some flavor that I enjoy. I dont add salt and pepper so each person can season to their own taste. We had noodles and veggie feast with this (broccoli, asparagus, squash, zucchini, and garlic stir fried but any group of veggies will do). Very quick and easy dinner that leaves you feeling satisfied but not stuffed.

4 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons grated onion

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup milk

1 pinch dried thyme

1 pinch ground cayenne pepper

grated pepper jack cheese to taste

grated sharp cheddar to taste

In a small saucepan, melt butter and stir in the flour, salt and white pepper. Add cold half-and-half and COLD chicken broth all at once. Stir well. Cook, stirring frequently, at medium heat until thick. Add cheese to taste. Remove from heat and stir in seasoning.