Reviewed: Jun. 29, 2009

This was so flavorful, had a good amount of spice, and a great texture. I didn't have file powder or use parsnips. I roasted corn along with the peppers and added it to a cornbread mix for a side. I will make this gumbo again for sure!

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Reviewed: Feb. 20, 2009

File powder (pronounced "fee-lay") is powdered dried sassafras leaves, and is used as a thickening agent as well as a flavoring. Should be available from various spice purveyors.

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Living In: Columbus, Indiana, USA

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Reviewed: Nov. 5, 2008

This is a very good recipe, although it is seriously high maintenance. I followed the directions very closely (although I never figured out what 'file powder' was/is) and it still had a nice kick to it. I ate this with whole wheat bread and my husband ate it with crackers--both were excellent.

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA

Living In: Morgantown, West Virginia, USA

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Reviewed: Sep. 4, 2008

This was a great way to use tons of veggies from the summer garden! It was my first time making gumbo but my husband and I bothe enjoyed it. We followed the recipe except instead of using a can of fire roasted tomatoes I used 4-5 fresh tomatoes from the garden and roasted them in the oven at the same time as the peppers. Just a word to the wise - gumbo seasoning can be very spicey so if you do not like spicey food be careful and do not add 2 whole TBSP! We served over rice.

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