Hearty Cheese 'n Toast

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 2/3 cup skim milk
• 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon caraway seed (optional)
• pepper
• 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded about 2 cups
• 6 slices whole wheat bread, toasted while making sauce
• 6 slices cooked ham

Directions

1. 1

   In a saucepan, melt butter over medium high heat.

2. 2

   Stir in flour to form a smooth paste.

3. 3

   Gradually stir in milk.

4. 4

   Cook and stir until the mixture is smooth and thickened.

5. 5

   Add the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, caraway (optional), and pepper.

6. 6

   Stir until well blended.

7. 7

   Add the cheese; cook and stir over low heat until melted.

8. 8

   Cut toast diagonally and place on individual plates.

9. 9

   Top each with a slice of meat.

10. 10

    Spoon cheese sauce over the meat and toast.

11. 11

    Serve immediately.