Crawfish Gumbo Recipe

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   Make a good rich brown roux, being careful not to burn roux, as a burned roux is bitter and will ruin the dish.

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   Add in tomatoes and onions, cooking till onions are translucent/soft.

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   Stir in potatoes and corn, adding sufficient water to cover (about 2 inches).

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   Bring to a boil, add in crawfish and file (about 1 tsp.).

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   Reduce to a low heat and simmer for about 1/2 hour.

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   Serve over warm rice with cornbread.

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   There will be no more leftovers of this recipe.

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   Note: Crawfish, mushrooms, potatoes and corn are left-overs from the day before's crawfish boil.

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   Enjoy!

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    Editor's Note: File is a thickening agent that is made from the grnd leaves of the sassafras tree.

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    If you do not have this available, you can substitute arrowroot or possibly tapioca flour.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.