Tomato-Cheese Sauce

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 cups milk
• 1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Whisk in milk, bring to a simmer, and cook 6 to 8 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Whisk in tomato paste, and cook 1 minute. Remove pan from heat, and stir in cheese, salt, and pepper.