Gumbo Recipe (Traditional Cajun Version)

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Dawn W

subheading: FOR THE GUMBO:

1 medium green bell pepper

1 medium yellow onion

3 stalks celery

6 cloves garlic

½ bunch fresh parsley (optional)

2 to 3 tablespoons salt-free Cajun seasoning (see Recipe Notes), divided

2 teaspoons dried thyme

2 bay leaves

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more as needed

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, or 1 rotisserie chicken

1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed

1 ½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

14 ounces andouille sausage

¼ cup plus 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil, such as canola or vegetable, divided

6 cups (48 ounces) low-sodium chicken broth, at room temperature

2 teaspoons filé powder (optional, see notes below)

4 tablespoons (½ stick) unsalted butter

½ cup all-purpose flour

subheading: FOR SERVING:

½ bunch medium scallions

3 cups cooked white rice

Crystal or Tabasco hot sauce

subheading: EQUIPMENT:

Cutting board and knife

Measuring cups and spoons

Medium bowl

Small bowl

Large pot or Dutch oven

Wooden spoon

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