Authentic Cajun Turkey Gumbo

1. 1

   Crack the turkey carcass into several pieces.

2. 2

   Place the turkey carcass and legs into a large soup kettle with 3 qts of water and 1 tsp salt.

3. 3

   Boil for one hour.

4. 4

   Remove the carcass and legs and cool.

5. 5

   Remove the meat from the bones and discard the bones.

6. 6

   Reserve the stock and the meat.

7. 7

   In a heavy Dutch pven over medium heat, heat the grease and the oil.

8. 8

   Add the flour, stirring constantly, and cook until it turns a deep, mahogany brown.

9. 9

   Add the celery, onion, bell pepper, garlic, and parsley.

10. 10

    Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring constantly.

11. 11

    Add the okra and sausage and continue cooking for 5 minutes.

12. 12

    Add 2 qts of water, 2 qts turkey stock Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, tomatoes, salt, bacon, bay leaves, and cayenne.

13. 13

    Simmer, covered, for 2.5-3 hours, stirring occasionally.

14. 14

    Add the turkey meat and simmer for 30 minutes.

15. 15

    Just before serving, add the brown sugar and lemon juice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.