You Start With a Roux...

My friends here in Texas often ask me how to make a good gumbo, and like any Cajun, I give the textbook response:  "You start with a roux."

A roux is really just flour and oil, whisked together (for ever, and ever, and ever) until you get the color and consistency you desire.  The art of making a roux is a "legacy" art that your parents or grandparents (or friends' parents) pass along to the next generation.  Making a roux is work -- you have to be attentive, but there is something rhythmic and soothing about doing that work when you think about the flavors that will marry in that roux and your stock, and the "big pot of love" you'll bring to the table for you and your family to share.

Something fell through today that I expected to come through.  It's okay.  Imma be here a while -- and my roux ain't even started to get dark yet...

Spend time in the kitchen with your kids and your family.  Teach your children to cook.  They'll thank you for it forever...

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Yesterday's WOD

REST!