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 and Freeze Some Roux Now for Easy Turkey Gravy
Photo: Karpenkov Denis (Shutterstock) On Thanksgiving, roux has a small, but indispensable part to play. It’s the thickening agent in my turkey gravy but, more importantly, the key to my…
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…