Mexican Gravy or Enchilada Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/3 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/2 cup chili powder (yes, that's the right amount)
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 3 1/2 cups chicken broth (or 3 - 15 oz. cans)
• 1 (12 ounce) can tomato sauce

Directions

1. 1

   In a large frying pan, melt the butter.

2. 2

   While that's melting, mix the dry ingredients, then slowly add them to the melted butter, stirring CONSTANTLY.

3. 3

   Gradually add the broth (there will be some sizzling & hissing), stir until smooth; when it begins to bubble, add the tomato sauce.

4. 4

   This will be thick and is ready to use now or can be transferred to a crock-pot to keep it warm.

5. 5

   Use "as is" or add to other recipes.