Bake-A-Roux
["8 c. all-purpose flour", "4 c. cooking oil"]
["Mix flour and oil together in a heavy ovenproof container. Place on center shelf in preheated 400\u00b0 oven.", "Bake for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.", "Set timer; stir roux every 15 minutes.", "Roux should be a caramel color when done.", "Remove from oven; cool.", "Transfer to containers with tight fitting lids; store in refrigerator until needed.", "Roux may also be frozen.", "Yields enough roux for 4 to 6 pots of gumbo."]
["flour", "cooking oil"]