Louisiana

Basic Sausage Gumbo

Ingredients

1 Green Pepper
1 Large Jalepeno
1 White Onion
2 Sprigs of Celery
1 Quart of Chicken Stock
1 Teaspoon of Thyme (dried or fresh)
5 Bay Leaves
1 Tablespoon of Salt
1/2 Tablespoon of Pepper (30 turns)
1 Teaspoon Cayenne
White Rice
3 links of Sausage (Anduoni or Smoked)
1/2 cup of All Purpose Flour
1/2 cup of Oil (Sunflower or Grapeseed)

Directions

1. Dice Green Pepper, Jalepeno, White Onion, and Celery and Combine
2. Dice Garlic (do not combine)
3. Dice Sausage into small coins
4. Heat Oil until it smokes and gradually wisk in the flour
5. Whisk carefully over medium heat for 20 to 30 minutes or until dark brown (watch carefully.. it will burn easily)
6. Add Vegetables and cook until translucent (couple minutes)
7. Add Garlic and cook until translucent (couple minutes)
8. Add Chicken Stock slowly
9. Add spices and sausage
10. Cover and cook for 3-6 hours, stirring frequently