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What’s Up, Hungry People!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

My boyfriend and I are completely<\/em> hooked on gumbo. Seriously, if it’s on a menu, there’s a 100% chance we’re ordering it. With Mardi Gras right around the corner, our cravings for this spicy, rice-filled, bowl of yum went through the roof. So, in the spirit of Fat Tuesday, I’ve been honing my Southern cooking skills\u2014yep, I even whipped up some ultra-simple shrimp po’boys<\/a> to really get us into the Mardi Gras groove.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Basics of Gumbo<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Gumbo typically features a mix of andouille sausage, chicken, and shrimp, all swimming in a sea of vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, onions, and okra. Fun fact: I totally spaced on grabbing okra, so you won’t see it in this recipe. But if you’re itching for that extra dash of authenticity, go ahead and toss some in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to gumbo, it’s all about the flavor explosion, folks. And the good news? You can easily adjust it to your liking. In our house, we love our gumbo with an extra kick, so I threw in some additional Cajun spice mix. But remember, the backbone of any great gumbo is a well-crafted broth. Mine is made with chicken and a medley of fresh veggies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Here’s What You Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n