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Wash fresh greens; tear into small pieces.
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Remove large stalks and ribs.
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(If using frozen greens, thaw and drain before proceeding).
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Place cleaned or thawed greens, cabbage, bay leaves, basil, thyme, oregano, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg into a large soup pot.
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Add stock and enough water to cover greens by 3 inches.
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Bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat.
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Cover; simmer while preparing remaining ingredients.
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Prepare Seasoning Mix.
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Cut pork and ham into bite-size pieces.
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Add meats to Seasoning Mix.
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Shake to coat lightly.
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Set seasoned meat aside while oil heats.
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Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
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When oil is very hot, add seasoned meat; stir until brown on all sides.
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Remove browned meat with a slotted spoon; add to simmering greens.
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Reduce heat to medium; add onions, celery, bell pepper, and garlic to skillet.
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Cook until vegetables are wilted, about 5 minutes.
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Remove vegetables with a slotted spoon; add to simmering greens.
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Stir in sugar; simmer, uncovered for one hour.
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Season to taste with salt, black pepper and cayenne.
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Cover; simmer 2 hours.
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About 10 minutes before serving, GENTLY stir in oysters with their liquor, green onions, and parsley.
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Cook until edges of oysters curl.
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Spoon about 1/2 cup rice into each soup bowl.
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Spoon gumbo over rice; top with a pinch of file powder.
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To prepare Seasoning Mix: Place all ingredients in a large plastic bag and shake to combine.
