gumbo - dads most requested

How To Make gumbo - dads most requested

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  Step 1
  In a dutch oven, combine 2 cups chicken broth, 2 cups water, and Cajun seasoning. Bring to a simmer.
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  Step 2
  Add chicken and return to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let chicken cool in broth. Cut into bite size chunks. Reserve chicken and broth.
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  Step 3
  In a heavy skillet (preferably cast iron), heat oil on medium heat. Add flour, stirring with a wooden spoon to make a roux. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until roux reaches a caramel color.
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  Step 4
  Remove from heat. Add onion. bell pepper, and celery, stirring well. Transfer roux to a separate bowl. (Roux will continue to cook and darken after it is removed from heat.)
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  Step 5
  In a large stockpot, bring reserved chicken broth and remaining chicken broth to a boil over medium high heat. Add water, if necessary, to make 3 1/2 quarts broth. When broth boils, remove from heat and add roux. Let sit for 5 minutes until roux melts and dissolves in broth, whisking to prevent sticking.
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  Step 6
  Return broth to medium heat. When mixture reaches a simmer, add sausage and reserved chicken. Return to a simmer and cook for 1 1/2 hours. The last 30 minutes add the Okra if using. Taste and check seasoning. Add pepper sauce and more Cajun seasoning, if desired. Skim off any fat.
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  Step 7
  Serve over cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onion, if desired. This is delicious Gumbo, your home will smell amazing.
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