Marsha Dean Phelts' cookbook pays tribute to a historic Florida community’s seafood favorites.
)cancrushed tomatoes
1(15-oz.
1/4tsp.cornstarchor all-purpose flour, mixed with about 1 tsp.
Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Micah Morton; Prop Stylist: Jillian Knox
Crumble and set aside.
Do not wipe skillet clean.
Bring to a boil over medium-high.
Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld, about 45 minutes.
Stir in cornstarch mixture or flour mixture until blended.
Remove and discard bay leaves.
Divide gumbo evenly among 8 bowls, and serve immediately.
Active Time: 5 min.
- Total Time: 5 min.
Adapted with permission fromThe American Beach Cookbook.University Press of Florida, 2008.
