Associations to the word «Roux»

Wiktionary

ROUX, noun. A mixture of fat (usually butter) and flour used to thicken sauces and stews.

Dictionary definition

ROUX, noun. A mixture of fat and flour heated and used as a basis for sauces.

Wise words

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