“Gumbo Made Easy: A Stay-at-Home Parent’s Secret to the Perfect Seafood, Sausage and Roux Dish!”

Gumbo: A Delicious Seafood, Sausage, and Roux Recipe

As a stay-at-home parent, I often find myself with extra time on my hands. What better way to fill that time than to make something delicious? Today I’m going to share my recipe for Gumbo. This hearty and delicious dish is made with seafood, sausage, and a rich roux. It’s great for feeding a crowd or just your family, and it’s sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

As a Louisiana native, Gumbo holds a special place in my heart. I love the way the flavors of the seafood and sausage blend perfectly with the roux. And the aroma of the dish as it simmers is enough to make your mouth water! It always reminds me of my grandmother’s kitchen. She was always making something delicious, and her Gumbo was no exception.

Now let’s get started on this recipe! Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:
• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• ½ cup of all-purpose flour
• 2 cups of diced onions
• 1 cup of diced bell peppers
• 1 cup of diced celery
• 6 cloves of minced garlic
• 5 cups of chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons of paprika
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1 pound of smoked sausage, cut into ½ inch slices
• 1 pound of medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 pound of crabmeat, picked over for shells and cartilage
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until it forms a paste. Cook for 3 minutes until it starts to turn golden brown. This is called the roux.
2. Add the onions, bell peppers, celery, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are softened and lightly browned, about 8 minutes.
3. Pour in the chicken stock, cayenne pepper, paprika, bay leaves, thyme, sausage slices, shrimp and crabmeat. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer for 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste then serve over cooked white rice or grits with hot sauce on the side if desired. Enjoy!

Gumbo is an incredibly flavorful dish that is sure to please your family or guests at any gathering or occasion. The combination of seafood, sausage and roux creates a unique flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds! Plus it’s easy to make so you can whip it up in no time at all. So give this recipe a try today – you won’t be disappointed!