Definition of «to cook the flour»

The phrase "to cook the flour" means to heat it up in order to remove the raw taste and make it suitable for eating or using in recipes.

Add flour and whisk vigorously, cooking flour for 1 - 2 minutes until it gives off a nutty fragrance. (katieatthekitchendoor.com)
Cook the flour in the butter until the raw aroma is gone, stirring to be sure there are no lumps. (theheritagecook.com)
Add the flour and combine and keep stirring, for a few minutes to cook the flour through. (anniesdorsetkitchen.com)
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