New Orleans chefs share the easier, hands-off oven method for making rich, deeply flavored roux—no nonstop stirring required.

While roux might sound like a fancy cooking term, it's actually a simple mixture of fat and flour used to thicken sauces, gravies, and, yes, gumbo. While roux is used in classic French cuisine, it ...

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If you're visiting New Orleans, it's well known that eating a hot, hearty Creole gumbo should be on your itinerary. There are lots of little ways in which gumbos can be different from each other, but ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Making a roux is the first step for everything from fettuccine Alfredo or a traditional Croque Madame, to a hearty chicken and andouille gumbo ...

Here’s what I learned from Aunt Sharon. Start by seasoning boneless chicken thighs with a punchy, savory blend of paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, mustard powder, and cayenne. Cook the thighs on ...