Roux

Yield: 1 Servings

Ingredients:

1/2 c All Purpose Flour
1/2 c Cooking Oil

Instructions:

1. In a heavy skillet or 2 quart saucepan stir together flour and cooking oil until smooth. Cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes then reduce heat to medium. Cook and stir about 10 minutes more until a reddish brown roux is formed. DARKER ROUX: 1. If you want a dark roux prepare the roux as directed above except cook and stir over medium heat about 15 minutes instead of 10 minutes or until a dark reddish brown roux is formed.