Turkey And Sausage Gumbo Recipe

Name: Turkey And Sausage Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 turkey carcass; 1/2 c. salad oil; 1/2 c. all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 large onions, chopped; 1/2 green pepper, chopped; 1 stalk celery, chopped; 1 1/2 lb. sausage, cut into 2 1/2-inch pieces; salt; red and black pepper; 1/4 c. chopped parsley; 1/4 c. chopped green onion tops; hot cooked rice; file (optional)

Servings: persons

1 turkey carcass
1/2 c. salad oil
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 1/2 large onions, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 1/2 lb. sausage, cut into 2 1/2-inch pieces
salt
red and black pepper
1/4 c. chopped parsley
1/4 c. chopped green onion tops
hot cooked rice
file (optional)

1
Use a turkey carcass with a little meat left on it.
2
A smoked turkey is best.
3
Cover carcass with water and boil until meat leaves bones (about 1 hour).
4
Reserve broth and remove meat from carcass; discard bones.
5
Combine salad oil and flour in a large iron pot;.
6
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until a medium brown roux is formed.
7
Add onion, green pepper and celery; cook about 5 minutes or until tender, stirring constantly.
8
Add sausage, turkey and 2 to 3 quarts broth (add water to make 2 quarts if necessary).
9
Simmer 1 hour.
10
Season gumbo to taste with salt and peppers.
11
Stir in parsley and green onion.
12
Cook 10 minutes longer.
13
Serve over rice.
14
Thicken with file, if desired. Serves 8 to 10.

456

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 turkey carcass, 1/2 c. salad oil, 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 large onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, Turkey And Sausage Gumbo falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turkey And Sausage Gumbo

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Variations & substitutions

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