You Can Make Roux in the Microwave (or Oven)
Every year, I make turkey gumbo with my leftover Thanksgiving bird, and every year I complain about stirring the roux. Roux is not difficult to make: Combine equal amounts of…
Make This Classic French Base and Use It In Everything
The culinary world has no shortage of jargon, and occasionally it feels like an entirely different language. While I enjoy picking up a bit of French or Javanese, learning the…
What Is Court Bouillon, and How Should You Use It?
Photo: margouillat photo (Shutterstock) No one has ever described me as “subtle” or “restrained,” and I have a tendency to gravitate towards flavor profiles that are as strong and (sometimes)…
How to Make an Easy Roux in the Microwave (and Oven)
Photo: Claire Lower Every year, I make turkey gumbo with my leftover Thanksgiving bird, and every year I complain about stirring the roux. Roux is not difficult to make. Combine…
This Chicken and Sausage Gumbo Is Incredibly Freezer-Friendly
Photo: Claire Lower Hello everyone, and welcome back to Prix Fixed, Lifehacker’s new menu-planning advice column. Whether you have a hot date, big anniversary, or are meeting the in-laws for…
How to Cook Okra You’ll Actually Love
Photo: Brent Hofacker (Shutterstock) As soon as I said, “I don’t see why anyone would want to eat okra,” the music seemed to stop, the crowd turned to stare, and…