Bryan's Quick Gumbo | Folks in the Kitchen

This Quick Gumbo recipe from George W. Bryan, Sr., founder and Chairman of Old Waverly Golf Club in West Point, MS (1999 host to the 54th U.S. Women’s Open Championship), is ready in 45 minutes or less.

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Bryan's Quick Gumbo

Makes 6 to 8 servings

1 slice Mar-Tenn Country Ham or Bryan Hickory Crest Ham
1 large onion
4 cups cooked diced chicken
1 (28-oz) can tomatoes, undrained
1 small can tomato purée
1 large pkg frozen okra
1 Tbsp chopped parsley
1/2 tsp thyme
Several dashes of Cajun seasoning
1 pkg Bryan Cajun-flavored Smoked Sausage, sliced
1-quart Sweet Sue chicken broth
1/2 tsp filé powder (see Notes)
1/2-lb shrimp


Notes:  If planning to freeze, do not add filé powder until ready to serve.

Directions

Trim and chop ham into bite-sized pieces; sauté lightly with chopped onion. Combine remaining ingredients, except shrimp, and cook for about 20 minutes.

Add shrimp and cook for 5 to 10 minutes.


George Bryan, President & CEO Sara Lee Foods (1998-2000) and President, Bryan Foods (1974-), contributed this recipe to the Memphis Child Advocacy Center and Folk's Folly, Folks in the Kitchen: Favorite Recipes From Family & Friends (Adamsville: Keepsake Cookbooks, 1996), 57.

Page Last Updated 4 April 2015