My chicken sausage oyster gumbo

9 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1cupOil
1cupFlour
1Bell pepper, chopped
3Or 4 ribs celery, chopped
3Or 4 cloves garlic, minced
2Onions, chopped
1Chicken, cut up
1poundsSmoked sausage or andouille, sliced
quartBoiling water
2Bay leaves
1pintOr 2 doz oysters (optional)

Directions

Salt and pepper Cooked rice

Make a dark roux wtih oil and flour. Add bell pepper, celery, garlic, green onions, and onions. Saute until tender. Add chicken and brown. Add sausage, boiling water, and bay leaves. Let simmer for 1 hour.

Remove chicken from bones. Add chicken meat, salt, pepper, and oysters. Cook for 10 minutes more. Serve over rice.

Serves 9 to 10.

Submitted By LAWRENCE KELLIE On 06-08-95