Shortcuts for Making Roux for Gumbo

First, start with a visit with the “Cajun chef”…and then spend time with Leah Chase.. and then with Cooking with Carolyn…

Okra plants have surprisingly pretty flowers, as I learned when I grew my own in 2016. Author photo.

There were ample leftovers from our weekend roast chicken and my husband is away on a business trip. It’s been a while since he’s had his favorite dish. Wouldn’t it be nice to make a pot of gumbo to…