savannah gumbo

(1 RATING)
76 Pinches
Grandfield, OK
Updated on Aug 22, 2010

This is a Paula Deen recipe and one of the best recipes I've ever tried. I would suggest making it the day before and giving it a day in the fridge to meld the flavors more. I also throw in some shrimp during the last five minutes of cooking.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Stove Top
yield 10 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 - onion, chopped
  • 1 - green pepper, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped (about 2 cloves)
  • 2 cups smoked sausage, sliced
  • 4 - large boneless chicken breasts, diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (28-oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups cut okra
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 - bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon file powder, optional
  • - salt and pepper

How To Make savannah gumbo

  • Step 1
    In a 5 quart pot combine the flour and butter and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the roux has a brown to a light chocolate color.
  • Step 2
    Add the onion, pepper, and garlic and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Add the sausage, chicken, broth, tomatoes, okra, thyme, bay leaves, and cayenne, and simmer over low heat for 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Add the file powder and salt and pepper to taste. Remove and discard the bay leaves.
  • Step 5
    Serve the gumbo over rice. For an extra special pot of gumbo, throw in some peeled shrimp before adding the file.

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