How to Make a Roux (and Oh, All the Things You Can Do!)

Use same parts butter and flour. I use

1/4 cup butter

1/4 cup flour

for a family-sized recipe, but I often double this if I want my dish extra creamy or extra large.

Melt the butter in a pan; add the butter over medium-low heat.

Whisk constantly until blended and slightly brown.

Before the mixture browns too much, add 

1 cup milk

1 cup broth

(If you're doubling, add 2 of each.)

I also add 1 boullion cube for each cup of liquid. I love the Wellsley Farms Chicken Flavored Bouillon Cubes)

That's all there is to it! Then you can add whatever meat, vegetables, and starch you want. I often make this with peas and chicken or peas and ground beef and add either rice or noodles, but you can add whatever you like!