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CHICKEN and SMOKED SAUSAGE GUMBO Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 C vegetable oil
1 C flour
1 1/2 C chopped onions
1 C celery, chopped
1 C bell peppers, chopped
1 lb. smoked sausage, such as andouille or kielbasa, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
1 1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp cayenne
3 bay leaves
1 lb boneless chicken meat, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 tsp Louisiana Cuisine seasoning
2 T parsley, chopped
1/2 C green onions, chopped
1 T file
Directions:
Directions:
1. Combine the oil and flour in a large cast-iron Dutch oven over medium heat. Stirring slowly and constantly for 20-25 minutes, make a dark brown roux, the color of chocolate.
2. Add the onions, celery, and the bell peppers and continue to stir for 4-5 min or until wilted. Add the sausage, salt, cayenne, and bay leaves. Continue to stir for 3-4 minutes. Add the water. Stir until the roux mixture and water are well combined. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 1 hour.
3. Season the chicken with the rub and add to the pot. Simmer for 2 hrs. Skim off any fat that rises to the surface. Remove from the heat. Stir the parsley, green onions, the file powder.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Shrimp also makes a great addition to this dish.

 

 

 

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