The other day I was using up excess end-of-the-season garden goodies to make gumbo and out came the file powder. This thickening agent comes to us via the American sassafras tree.

Some say never mix land and sea creatures; never use okra and file powder together; use only light-colored roux for seafood gumbo; cook the slime out of okra before adding it to the pot.

1 Tablespoon Gumbo File 1/2 Cup All Purpose Flour 1/2 Grape Seed Oil 30g Kosher Salt Cooked rice and chives to serve Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Roast or smoke chicken until cooked ...

The gumbo filé recipes in early Creole cookbooks are very similar, though a comparison does reveal interesting variations: 1885’s “Creole Cookery” recommends two spoonfuls of “pulverized ...

"Gumbo File." To make a good "Gumbo File" use the following ingredients: 1 Large Tender Chicken 2 Large Slices or 1/2 Pound Lean Ham 2 Tablespoonfuls of Butter or 1 of Lard 1 Bay Leaf 3 Sprigs of ...

Zach Hollier calls his gumbo a "warm hug" and his kolaches a tip of the hat to his home cooking in southeast Texas. Discover the stories behind his food.

If you're looking to add a little something different to your gumbo, try this crisp, creamy topping. It's controversial to some, but it's also delicious.

The gumbo filé recipes in early Creole cookbooks are very similar, though a comparison does reveal interesting variations: 1885’s “Creole Cookery” recommends two spoonfuls of “pulverized ...