How To Make Gumbo
A Guide To Reveling In Louisiana Culture At Home
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Butter melting into oil
Beginning the roux—at this point it’s still blonde in color.
Mid-way through making the roux—notice the wine within arm’s reach.
Finished!
A Mardi Gras booze cake. To make mix on high for at least five minutes: one box Duncan Hines yellow cake mix, three eggs, oil and water called for on the box, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup booze (rum, cognac, bourbon, sherry will do). Bake according to instructions. Glaze with food coloring and booze-tinged icing—make it by using the simplest non-chocolate recipe you can find in Joy of Cooking , or by doctoring a pre-made icing.