1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 tsp olive oil
1/2 cup (or more) flour
1/4 cup milk
Optional: 1/4 cup white short grain rice
In a medium or large sauce pan add the water, olive oil, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Add the optional rice (if desired). Slowly add the flour, whisking it in while you go. You may need to add more flour, it will just depend on how it incorporates. It is important to add the flour slowly and whisk briskly so that clumps do not form. The liquid will start to thicken as the temperature rises again to a boil. Reduce the heat and slowly add the milk while whisking. This will thin out the soup a little bit. Bring the temperature up to a boil a final time while whisking so that the milk doesn't scorch. Once it starts bubbling immediately remove from the heat and serve hot.