Which of the following statements about roux is correct?

Question

Question 5 options:

A)

Roux may be used to thicken soups, but not stews.

B)

A lighter roux has less thickening power than a dark one.

C)

Roux is best prepared with cake flour.

D)

Roux may be white, blond, brown, or dark brown.

Answer 1

The correct statement about roux is:

D) Roux may be white, blond, brown, or dark brown.

This statement accurately reflects the different types of roux based on the cooking time and color achieved during the preparation process. Each type serves different culinary purposes and has varying thickening abilities.