11.   It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

12.   Place the saucepan over low heat, and stir constantly with a wooden spoon until the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of the spoon.

13.   Return saucepan to medium-low heat, and stir with a wooden spoon until mixture has thickened enough to coat the back of the spoon.

14.   Return the entire mess to large saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.

15.   Slowly bring to a boil, whisking constantly, until it is thickenedand coats the back of a spoon.

16.   The glaze should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.

17.   To me, gumbo should have enough body to easily coat the back of a spoon.

18.   Transfer the finished design to the work surface by coating the back with graphite from a soft lead pencil.

19.   Work in more hot water or lime juice, adding enough to make a sauce that is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.