Gumbo Dinner Recipe
Chicken & Sausage Gumbo, Collards, Buttermilk Cornbread
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Ingredients
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Gumbo
Collards
Buttermilk Cornbread
Method
Gumbo
- 1
Prepare the Chicken and Sausage
In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sausage. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
- 2
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, okra, bay leaves, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well.
- 4
Simmer
Return the chicken and sausage to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Serve
Remove bay leaves before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions.
Collards
- 6
Sauté Onions and Garlic
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic. Sauté until onions are translucent.
- 7
Cook the Collards
Add chopped collard greens and chicken broth to skillet. Cook until greens are tender, about 15-20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Buttermilk Cornbread
- 8
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 9
Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
- 10
Combine and Bake
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.