Making a Roux

Name: Making a Roux
Ingredients: 1 cup vegetable oil; 1 cup flour; Essence, recipe follows; 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

11 ingredients

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Ingredients

1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup flour
Essence, recipe follows
2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme

Directions

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["In a large pot, heat the oil.", "When the oil is almost smoking, whisk in the flour.", "Cook the roux for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring constantly for a dark roux.", "Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.", "Yield: about 2/3 cup", "Recipe from \"New New Orleans Cooking\""