You combine the two on the stovetop, stirring and cooking until it reaches your desired color along the roux color spectrum: light, blond, brown, and dark brown. Each of these roux types is used ...

1. Gumbo – A hearty stew with hidden wellness Gumbo simmers as a cornerstone of New Orleans cuisine, its dark roux and “holy trinity” of onions, celery, and bell peppers creating a base that ...