Roux

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium frying pan melt butter over medium heat.
2. 2
   Stir in carrot, celery, and bay leaves.
3. 3
   Cook for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Stir in flour until well mixed.
5. 5
   Reduce heat to low; cook 10-12 minutes or until flour is cooked but not colored.
6. 6
   Stir occasionally.
7. 7
   Cool completely then remove bay leaves and store in an air-tight container.