Basic Red Chile Sauce

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy saucepan, melt the butter.
2. 2
   Add the flour and cook, stirring, until the mixture turns slightly golden.
3. 3
   Remove the pan from the cooking heat and stir in the chile powders.
4. 4
   Stir in the stock.
5. 5
   Continue stirring until the mixture becomes smooth.
6. 6
   Add the garlic, oregano, and cumin and simmer for about 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Taste and adjust the seasonings, adding salt, if desired.