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We loved the flavor and it was eaten up, even my 8 year old granddaughter ate and loved it! It will be going into my favorite recipe file!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-01-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KyleRoberts"},"reviewBody":"This is laughable. It's basically a stew that someone decided to call \"gumbo\". No one in my culture has ever used any of these ingredients in our food, much less, in our gumbo. Culture vultures always try to get creative.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-02-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BobbysChicagoBAbe"},"reviewBody":"My husband had some gumbo at the lodge a few weeks ago, but couldn't get the recipe, since the woman who made it never used recipes, she would just make it. So, I tried this, and it has passed the test! Next time I plan to use the Andouille sausage, but this time I used smoked sausage. And, I'll have to double the recipe next time, since there wasn't enough, as far as my family was concerned! LOL! I also used thin spaghetti, since my husband doesn't care for rice. This is a definite keeper!5-20-2015Second time I made this was tonight. I added some cubed chicken to the pot as I was cooking the veggies. Then did everything as per directions. Also added some leftover corn and peas, since I wanted to use them up. And, as I was stirring the mixture together, I also added some more chicken broth, so that it wasn't too thick, but not too thin, either. Since I didn't have all the ingredients in the house when I decided to make this again today, I did it stove top. All in one pot, for only a couple of hours on a low simmer. Couldn't be any easier or better! Last bowl full, my daughter already called dibs on for her lunch tomorrow!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-03-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RussPetry"},"reviewBody":"I am a Cajun born and by lineage. This is stew. No authentic gumbo ever has tomatoes, carrots oregano or some of the other ingredients listed here. If you want to list a good gumbo recipe, then get it right. This made me laugh and cry all at the same time.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hartmr"},"reviewBody":"Really easy and so tasty! The only change I made was to add some minced garlic to the veggie mix. I almost added more broth because it seemed really thick when I put everything in the crockpot, but it thinned out as it cooked. No extra liquid needed.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kfetch"},"reviewBody":"I made this recipe as it was written. It was good but the next time I will only use half or less of the Thyme and the Oregano. My husband and I thought that they were over powering.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"knich01"},"reviewBody":"I love cajun cooking having grown up in the south.So I just changed a couple of things to make it perfect. The 'cajun trinity' is celery, onion & green pepper with garlic thrown in for good measure, so I fried these out first and added the carrots later.I then added the flour and kept stirring to make a good roux. If you think it is too thick, this is when to add a little bit more oil or butter until the roux looks perfect. Then slowly add the broth, stirring constanly until it is the thickness you desire. This is a matter of taste. Definitely use Andouille sausage and when you add the rest, also add the carrots at this time and also some okra. If you can't get fresh, use canned. You can't have gumbo without okra!! lol!! Then when I added the seasonings, I used a real good cajun seasoning instead because a good cajun seasoning already has the seasonings mentioned here but in perfect balance, so that one doesn't out weigh another. After it is all cooked, I added some file' powder before it was served. That makes gumbo perfect! I then fixed rice in a rice maker for ease and put one spoonful in the bottom of each dish and let everyone serve themselves the amount of gumbo they wanted over the rice. It turned out wonderful! Thank you so much for posting this recipe, it helped me to make it faster.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Travlnman02"},"reviewBody":"I left out the carrots. they have no place in Gumbo and diabetics cannot have them anyway. I added 1 cup frozen okra, thawed and because the roux was too thick, I used Butter and a white wine to thin slightly. I used a Cajun Spice because they are already perfectly blended and not the ones given. 15 mins before serving I added 1 Lb peeled and deveined small Shrimp and then added File' Powder at serving. I like rice so I had approx: four cups of hot rice waiting and let each person get as much as they wanted. This only took a few minutes to prepare and when I got home from work it was waiting for me. Trust me use Andouille Sausage only.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"weirich"},"reviewBody":"Made this a little bit healthier using Turkey Smoked Sausage (far less fat in the sausage). Omittted the thyme, as it is not my favorite spice. Served over whole grain pasta or whole grain brown rice for less carbs. Husband finished the whole pot in two meals. Easy prep. This recipe went into my favorite recipe cookbook.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kfetch"},"reviewBody":"I made this recipe as it was written. It was good but the next time I will only use half or less of the Thyme and the Oregano. My husband and I thought that they were over powering.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-01-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kristinmarie730"},"reviewBody":"Very easy to put together. But I didn't like how all I could taste was oregano. Next time I will definitely lower the oregano.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Colnight"},"reviewBody":"It was a easy recipe to do. But the family didn't like it, the spices were to over powering.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-05-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"TSRatliff"},"reviewBody":"I really liked this recipe. There were only two modifications that I had to make. I thought that the gumbo was way too thick so I added some vegetable broth (the only can of broth I had on hand.) I added about half of it with the rest of the ingredients, then added the rest of it 5 minutes prior to the end of cooking along with 1 1\/2 cups of Minute Rice. The consistency was perfect for me after this addition and I like the rice cooked into it rather than making on the side as the recipe suggested.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"pollock1231"},"reviewBody":"You can get so creative with what you add to this recipe!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bpayne59"},"reviewBody":"This is a good starter for a base gumbo, but like someone said earlier there is too much oregano and thyme in it!!! Not enough cayenne either... It needs other seasonings as well such as salt and pepper... And also as someone said earlier it's not a real gumbo either considering 'real' gumbo doesn't have carrots in it, but they're good for the color... I also did add some more chicken broth... And I've also never heard of tomatoes being put in gumbo, but I'm trying it out... I'm not from Louisiana, but I love Louisiana cooking... I make gumbo and jambalaya all the time and I'm always looking for new recipes to try out and change... I've also added some left-over turkey from Thanksgiving and from what I've tasted so far it's really good... But the next time I make this I will cut the Thyme and Oregano in half or more!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-04-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Speshlk"},"reviewBody":"I made this using cajun spice instead of the thyme and oregano. Used spicy smoked sausage and added some frozen okra and it is YUMMY! I don't care that it is not \"real\" gumbo like some said if you come from Louisiana, so for those of us who like a variation this one is a keeper!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dagny21"},"reviewBody":"When I first put this in the slow cooker I thought for sure it was going to be way too thick, as another reviewer complained. I almost added some extra broth, but decided to just chance it. When it was done, it was perfect. Not thick at all after 5 hours cooking. We loved it. 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My husband had some gumbo at the lodge a few weeks ago, but couldn't get the recipe, since the woman who made it never used recipes, she would just make it. So, I tried this, and it has passed the test! Next time I plan to use the Andouille sausage, but this time I used smoked sausage. And, I'll have to double the recipe next time, since there wasn't enough, as far as my family was concerned! LOL! I also used thin spaghetti, since my husband doesn't care for rice. This is a definite keeper!<\/p>
5-20-2015<\/p>
Second time I made this was tonight. I added some cubed chicken to the pot as I was cooking the veggies. Then did everything as per directions. Also added some leftover corn and peas, since I wanted to use them up. And, as I was stirring the mixture together, I also added some more chicken broth, so that it wasn't too thick, but not too thin, either. Since I didn't have all the ingredients in the house when I decided to make this again today, I did it stove top. All in one pot, for only a couple of hours on a low simmer. Couldn't be any easier or better! Last bowl full, my daughter already called dibs on for her lunch tomorrow!<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"05\/20\/2015 22:19","GUID":"b45c22a4dc8e4e12b3e407522b6bad3c","MemberId":1665956,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"BobbysChicagoBAbe@hotmail.com","SubmittedDate":"02\/26\/2015 23:21"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"07\/30\/2013 12:06","GUID":"cdbb56f4680f431a88e560da406cb9de","MemberId":1603339,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"pajamaangel","SubmittedDate":"07\/30\/2013 12:06"},{"Comment":"
I made the recipe as written except I used hot sausage links and yellow peppers. We loved the flavor and it was eaten up, even my 8 year old granddaughter ate and loved it! It will be going into my favorite recipe file!<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"06\/28\/2013 11:56","GUID":"08d35ee8275a488dbdadb8dcec4599e9","MemberId":5110343,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ebrad","SubmittedDate":"06\/28\/2013 11:55"},{"Comment":"
I made this using cajun spice instead of the thyme and oregano. Used spicy smoked sausage and added some frozen okra and it is YUMMY! I don't care that it is not "real" gumbo like some said if you come from Louisiana, so for those of us who like a variation this one is a keeper!<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"04\/14\/2013 15:57","GUID":"2a15e11bf66f4014b7d9f990bbc8f93f","MemberId":2333266,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Speshlk","SubmittedDate":"04\/14\/2013 15:57"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"01\/21\/2013 18:02","GUID":"b5092065407c4c3ba2c41435e9f161ad","MemberId":6805420,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"Blooming flower","SubmittedDate":"01\/21\/2013 18:02"},{"Comment":"
This is a good starter for a base gumbo, but like someone said earlier there is too much oregano and thyme in it!!! Not enough cayenne either... It needs other seasonings as well such as salt and pepper... And also as someone said earlier it's not a real gumbo either considering 'real' gumbo doesn't have carrots in it, but they're good for the color... I also did add some more chicken broth... And I've also never heard of tomatoes being put in gumbo, but I'm trying it out... I'm not from Louisiana, but I love Louisiana cooking... I make gumbo and jambalaya all the time and I'm always looking for new recipes to try out and change... I've also added some left-over turkey from Thanksgiving and from what I've tasted so far it's really good... But the next time I make this I will cut the Thyme and Oregano in half or more!!!<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"01\/08\/2013 16:50","GUID":"23b3e2b1ead84194954948fc3946fba4","MemberId":6965408,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"bpayne59","SubmittedDate":"01\/08\/2013 16:50"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"12\/13\/2012 17:07","GUID":"232b32f6d6ae4757b2e7cabc611b9f14","MemberId":1528097,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"cjt420","SubmittedDate":"12\/13\/2012 17:07"},{"Comment":"
It was a easy recipe to do. But the family didn't like it, the spices were to over powering.<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"12\/19\/2011 16:34","GUID":"8C5C7D4E6ABE1F39408A14903149D6F9","MemberId":41759,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"Colnight","SubmittedDate":"12\/19\/2011 16:34"},{"Comment":"
I made this recipe as it was written. It was good but the next time I will only use half or less of the Thyme and the Oregano. My husband and I thought that they were over powering.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"09\/18\/2011 09:08","GUID":"F6B8DDE0D9231D4FB56064FC0D06CC51","MemberId":80291,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"kfetch","SubmittedDate":"09\/19\/2011 19:58"},{"Comment":"
I made this recipe as it was written. It was good but the next time I will only use half or less of the Thyme and the Oregano. My husband and I thought that they were over powering.<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"09\/18\/2011 09:08","GUID":"F6B8DDE0D9231D4FB56064FC0D06CC51","MemberId":80291,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"kfetch","SubmittedDate":"09\/18\/2011 09:08"},{"Comment":"
Really easy and so tasty! The only change I made was to add some minced garlic to the veggie mix. I almost added more broth because it seemed really thick when I put everything in the crockpot, but it thinned out as it cooked. No extra liquid needed.<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"09\/16\/2011 22:05","GUID":"7384c7be6e8d4325984beec23b8d763d","MemberId":5083479,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"hartmr","SubmittedDate":"09\/16\/2011 22:05"},{"Comment":"
<p>Having lived in true Cajun Country (Lafayette, LA) all my life, when I saw the picture of this "gumbo" I had to chuckle. I agree with a previous reviewer that real gumbo would NEVER have carrots in it! Nor would it have Polish sausage in it. And depending on where in Louisiana you live, it might not even have tomatoes in it....and no, real gumbo does not "have" to have okra in it. That is a matter of taste and, again, geographic location. I'm not saying you shouldn't try this recipe because it probably tastes great...but for those of you not from Louisiana, just please know that this is not real gumbo!<\/p><\/p>","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"09\/07\/2011 22:27","GUID":"104d341fd8e24570abf3d5b0a52a2269","MemberId":4196843,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"dgalland","SubmittedDate":"09\/07\/2011 22:27"},{"Comment":"
Made this a little bit healthier using Turkey Smoked Sausage (far less fat in the sausage). Omittted the thyme, as it is not my favorite spice. Served over whole grain pasta or whole grain brown rice for less carbs. Husband finished the whole pot in two meals. Easy prep. This recipe went into my favorite recipe cookbook.<\/p>","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"09\/07\/2011 14:09","GUID":"c36c9a4db3e44309805885414ee7b879","MemberId":4203270,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"weirich","SubmittedDate":"09\/07\/2011 14:09"},{"Comment":"
I left out the carrots. they have no place in Gumbo and diabetics cannot have them anyway. I added 1 cup frozen okra, thawed and because the roux was too thick, I used Butter and a white wine to thin slightly. I used a Cajun Spice because they are already perfectly blended and not the ones given. 15 mins before serving I added 1 Lb peeled and deveined small Shrimp and then added File' Powder at serving. I like rice so I had approx: four cups of hot rice waiting and let each person get as much as they wanted. This only took a few minutes to prepare and when I got home from work it was waiting for me. Trust me use Andouille Sausage only.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"09\/05\/2011 23:17","GUID":"86334B58F17745118B12A3D6533CAEFA","MemberId":5805527,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Travlnman02","SubmittedDate":"09\/05\/2011 23:17"},{"Comment":"
I love cajun cooking having grown up in the south.So I just changed a couple of things to make it perfect. The 'cajun trinity' is celery, onion & green pepper with garlic thrown in for good measure, so I fried these out first and added the carrots later.I then added the flour and kept stirring to make a good roux. If you think it is too thick, this is when to add a little bit more oil or butter until the roux looks perfect. Then slowly add the broth, stirring constanly until it is the thickness you desire. This is a matter of taste. Definitely use Andouille sausage and when you add the rest, also add the carrots at this time and also some okra. If you can't get fresh, use canned. You can't have gumbo without okra!! lol!! Then when I added the seasonings, I used a real good cajun seasoning instead because a good cajun seasoning already has the seasonings mentioned here but in perfect balance, so that one doesn't out weigh another. After it is all cooked, I added some file' powder before it was served. That makes gumbo perfect! I then fixed rice in a rice maker for ease and put one spoonful in the bottom of each dish and let everyone serve themselves the amount of gumbo they wanted over the rice. It turned out wonderful! Thank you so much for posting this recipe, it helped me to make it faster.<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"09\/05\/2011 17:38","GUID":"af6f1a54271d42809243311eec0406a7","MemberId":2975957,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"knich01@yahoo.com","SubmittedDate":"09\/05\/2011 17:38"},{"Comment":"
I have lived in Louisiana all my life and I have never had gumbo with carrots. This is just a stew and no a real gumbo, trust me.<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"09\/05\/2011 13:15","GUID":"1383fbc72a4d48c39a193b1ef6a2106c","MemberId":4099087,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"kjohn5460","SubmittedDate":"09\/05\/2011 13:15"},{"Comment":"
Very easy to put together. But I didn't like how all I could taste was oregano. Next time I will definitely lower the oregano.<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"01\/25\/2011 14:10","GUID":"9248322044114ac1b6cf32a20e415179","MemberId":5783976,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"kristinmarie730","SubmittedDate":"01\/25\/2011 14:10"},{"Comment":"
When I first put this in the slow cooker I thought for sure it was going to be way too thick, as another reviewer complained. I almost added some extra broth, but decided to just chance it. When it was done, it was perfect. Not thick at all after 5 hours cooking. We loved it. Served it over brown rice.<\/p>","CommentId":21,"DateRated":"12\/15\/2010 00:02","GUID":"dae17faf18d54a7380e8642188c8bb64","MemberId":1597969,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"dagny21","SubmittedDate":"12\/15\/2010 00:02"},{"Comment":"
It is very good,for myself I added some hot pepper flakes<\/p>","CommentId":22,"DateRated":"05\/20\/2010 12:45","GUID":"120756787DA14AB389AC67BC9641DB8B","MemberId":1816667,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"minimaus","SubmittedDate":"05\/20\/2010 12:45"},{"Comment":"
The only thing I changed was I used smoked turkey sausage.<\/p>","CommentId":23,"DateRated":"01\/31\/2010 11:44","GUID":"C34D764544118A8606860D5464275212","MemberId":146806,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"daisey5","SubmittedDate":"01\/31\/2010 11:44"},{"Comment":"
You can get so creative with what you add to this recipe!!<\/p>","CommentId":24,"DateRated":"01\/15\/2010 10:18","GUID":"a89c2ca3df9a43b2929b9f612a1d3c99","MemberId":4549664,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"pollock1231","SubmittedDate":"01\/15\/2010 10:18"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":25,"DateRated":"01\/07\/2010 17:56","GUID":"0434ca94901c44a28e226acf4ddf48cd","MemberId":2921030,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"aland738","SubmittedDate":"01\/07\/2010 17:56"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":26,"DateRated":"10\/22\/2009 21:14","GUID":"F88E91FE6685421784F1BFE17D0B6372","MemberId":728035,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"914934","SubmittedDate":"10\/22\/2009 21:14"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":27,"DateRated":"09\/07\/2009 09:54","GUID":"4e87150fe33a4343ad7c18967d0b794a","MemberId":4391224,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Daddycooks","SubmittedDate":"09\/07\/2009 09:54"},{"Comment":"
I really liked this recipe. There were only two modifications that I had to make. I thought that the gumbo was way too thick so I added some vegetable broth (the only can of broth I had on hand.) I added about half of it with the rest of the ingredients, then added the rest of it 5 minutes prior to the end of cooking along with 1 1\/2 cups of Minute Rice. The consistency was perfect for me after this addition and I like the rice cooked into it rather than making on the side as the recipe suggested.<\/p>","CommentId":28,"DateRated":"05\/14\/2009 16:25","GUID":"54889587236b4e5b919fc2a13ec39f92","MemberId":2608177,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"TSRatliff","SubmittedDate":"05\/14\/2009 16:24"},{"Comment":"
We tried this recepe and my family gave it 5 stars.<\/p>","CommentId":29,"DateRated":"","GUID":"0E3EE8B787264C65B96A8AE8F491E3E0","MemberId":1052455,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"Barbahig7","SubmittedDate":"05\/05\/2009 09:40"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":30,"DateRated":"05\/04\/2009 10:09","GUID":"7a00f5cec8cf40d985fbe8b519848f9c","MemberId":2778356,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"1DomesticGoddess","SubmittedDate":"05\/04\/2009 10:09"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":31,"DateRated":"04\/13\/2009 14:44","GUID":"DA33A11EFB73418083477F19F70F8FC8","MemberId":820118,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"cipioni","SubmittedDate":"04\/13\/2009 14:44"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44023,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312672,"name":"Soups","slug":"soups","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312607,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Choose from a large selection of ingredients when making these irresistible soup recipes, including gazpacho, potato soup, vegetable soup, lentil soup, chicken soup, chowder, turkey soup, broth, bean soup, ham soup, barley soup, meatball soup and more.","parent":310796,"count":3196,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/soups\/"},{"term_id":312710,"name":"Broth & Stock Recipes","slug":"broth-stock-recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312645,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Learn how to make flavorful bases for soup, bisque and more with this collection of broth soup recipes, including minestrone, Italian wedding soup, chicken broth, vegetable broth, beef broth, turkey broth, mushroom broth and more. Feed the whole family with these recipes for homemade soup stock, including gumbo, chicken stock, borscht, vegetable stock, matzo ball soup, beef stock, Scotch broth, turkey stock, dumpling soup, beef stock, pasta soup, turkey stock and more.","parent":312672,"count":1213,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/soups\/broth-stock-recipes\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Smoked Sausage Gumbo"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n