Roux
A roux is simply a fancy name for a flour and fat paste that is the basis for thickening all kinds of dishes. If you want gravy, stews, macaroni and cheese, and even apple pie, this will be your one of your best friends in baking.
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 2 tbs (30g) butter
- 3 tbs (30g) flour
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a 3 quart saucepan on medium heat.
- Add the flour, constantly stirring with a wooden spoon or whisk until the mixture turns brown, about 2- 3 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 271.14 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15.7 g | Protein: 2.1 g | Fat: 22 g | Saturated Fat: 14 g