A mouthwatering bowl of gumbo is not just an iconic dish, but an invitation to learn about the foodways of Louisiana. Whether the gumbo you deem “authentic” is Creole or Cajun, thinner like at Dooky ...

Okra should be tender, but not mushy. We cook it for about two hours, stirring every half hour or so before freezing. (Photo by Ann Maloney, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune) Each summer, my ...

This is Marcelle's recipe for shrimp and okra gumbo, a Louisiana summertime classic. Makes about 6 servings 3 tablespoons cooking oil 1 pound fresh okra, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 cup chopped onions ...

Check out Kysha Harris' recipe from her grandmother. Just like a good family recipe stands the test of time over generations, a delicious dinner is well worth the wait of a lengthier cook time for a ...

Gumbo is often described as a melting pot of flavors and ingredients, and that's why we love the idea of getting creative with this velvety stew that is the official Louisiana state cuisine. Good ...

Gumbo, to this proud son of the Gulf Coast, is a lot like pizza is for other people: Even if it’s not great, it’s still pretty good. There are about as many ways to make gumbo as there are chefs, but ...

Shrimp and sausage gumbo with okra: a lighter Cajun classic made with olive oil and chicken sausage. Flavorful, hearty, and ...

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Can gumbo recipes published in 1847 and 1850 hold a candle to gumbo recipes from the 2020s? And who were the first people to eat gumbo, anyway? Because the answers to ...