Traditional gumbo features a deep nutty gravy, which is a direct result of how long you cook the roux that you use to thicken ...

The deep and rich flavor dimensions of Cajun dishes like gumbo and jambalaya rely on a mixture of flour and fat (usually oil) that’s slowly cooked with constant stirring until it takes on a dark ...

"The secret to making roux is to be brave and cook it long enough. People are too timid and end up with a blonde roux, and that does not provide the right flavor," Wickstrom said. "It needs to be ...

Making gumbo requires making a roux, but you don't always have the time this takes. On nights when you're in a rush, here's how to pick a store-bought roux.

Louisianans, we're in luck. The cooler weather is finally here, and Thursday is National Gumbo Day. Get those pots fired up. With African, Native American, French, Spanish and other influences, gumbo ...

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