Bake A Roux - Howto
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Course : Condiments
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4 to 6 pots of gumbo
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   8      cups          flour -- all purpose
   4      cups          cooking oil
 

Preparation:

Mix flour and oil together in a heavy ovenproof container. Place on center shelf in preheated 400 degree oven. Bake at this temperature for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Set timer, and stir roux every 15 minutes. Roux should be a caramel color when done. Remove from oven, cool, transfer to containers with tight fitting lids and store in refrigerator until needed. Roux may also be frozen.