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New Orleans chefs share the easier, hands-off oven method for making rich, deeply flavored roux—no nonstop stirring required. The deep and rich flavor dimensions of Cajun dishes like gumbo and ...

In "Bibi's Gulf Coast Kitchen," columnist Bibi Hutchings takes you on a culinary journey across the coastal south. Come for the great food writing, stay for the delicious recipes. Similar to music, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Making a roux is the first step for everything from fettuccine Alfredo or a traditional Croque Madame, to a hearty chicken and andouille gumbo ...

Fourth, roux come in a variety of colors, and every recipe requiring a roux has an ideal roux color. In “A Guide to Moden Cookery,” originally published in 1909, Auguste Escoffier describes roux as ...

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. On a cookie sheet, place 3-4 cups all-purpose flour keeping 1 inch away from the sides of the pan. Place in the pan in the oven. Make sure and stir every 30 minutes. If ...