For Roux
Put on the fire a half pound of fresh butter and let it melt slowly. Skim it, and when it settles, stir into it (very slowly) half pound of flour, cook until of a light brown, stirring all the time. Put away in a jar for use.
Practical recipes and household wisdom from 1906 — when the icebox was high technology and dinner had nine courses.
Put on the fire a half pound of fresh butter and let it melt slowly. Skim it, and when it settles, stir into it (very slowly) half pound of flour, cook until of a light brown, stirring all the time. Put away in a jar for use.