Hearty Cheese 'n' Toast


1 tbs. butter or margarine
1 tbs. all-purpose flour
2/3 c. milk
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp. ground mustard
1 tsp. caraway seeds
pepper to taste
2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 slices white or whole wheat bread, toasted
4 slices cooked turkey, chicken,
beef or ham, optional
chopped fresh parsley

In a saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat.
Stir in flour to form a smooth paste.
Gradually stir in milk. Cook and stir for 2 minutes.
Add the Worcestershire sauce, mustard, caraway and pepper.
Stir until well blended. Add the cheese;
cook and stir over low heat until melted.
Cut toast diagonally and place on individual plates.
If desired, top each with a slice of meat.
Spoon sauce over top. Sprinkle with parsley.
Serve immediately. Yield: 4 servings.