Best Turkey Bone Gumbo Recipes

THE BEST LEFTOVER TURKEY GUMBO

Steps:

• Make the roux.
• In a large Dutch oven, over medium heat, combine the oil and flour.
• Cook, stirring constantly until dark brown (chocolate colored) for 20-30 minutes.
• Add all the chopped veggies to the roux, along with the chopped sausage.
• Cook, stirring occasionally, until the veggies are very soft, about 10 minutes.
• Add the salt and cayenne pepper.
• Add the broth and water, combining well.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 1 1/2 hrs.
• Add the turkey and sliced sausage to the gumbo.
• Cook 15 minutes more.
• Remove from heat, let sit for 5 minutes, then skim any fat that has risen to the surface.
• Stir in green onions and parsley.
• Serve over rice, with hot french bread!

TURKEY BONE GUMBO

Steps:

• Place carcass in large soup kettle; cover with water.
• Bring to a boil; cook over low heat 1 1/2 hours.
• Drain turkey; reserve broth.
• Remove meat from carcass; chop and set aside. Heat drippings in kettle; add flour gradually, stirring constantly until a rich brown roux is formed, about 25 minutes.
• Add vegetables and cook until tender.
• Add broth and other seasonings; simmer 1 hour.
• Add turkey and sausage ; cook 15 minutes.
• Add rest of ingredients; cook 10 minutes longer.
• Serve over hot cooked rice.