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Food Holidays: October 12th, 2022
Welcome to our series sharing Food Holidays: October 12th, 2022. Today is National Gumbo Day which Charlie and I will pass on. Although, Charlie could learn to cook Gumbo in his Homeschool Cooking Class for David who would enjoy a bowl or two. Would you like to join David for dinner this evening? National Gumbo Day National Gumbo Day is celebrated on October 12th and its a time to appreciate this heavily seasoned, savory State dish from Louisiana. Gumbo is a perfect bit of indulgence any day, anywhere! Gumbo typically consists of strongly-flavored stock with Meat or Shellfish, a thickener, and seasoned Vegetables. The seasoned Vegetables include Celery, Bell Peppers,…
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Food Holidays: October 12th, 2021
Good evening welcome to our series sharing Food Holidays: October 12th, 2021. David wanted me to ask you if you would like to have a bowl of Gumbo with him and a slice of Pumpkin Pie while Charlie and I sit this Holiday out because we don’t care for Gumbo or Pumpkin Pie. National Gumbo Day Five Facts Gumbo: Gumbo is the official cuisine of the State of Louisiana. There are different varieties of Gumbo based on the type of thickener used. Creole Gumbo contains Shellfish and Tomatoes whereas Cajun Gumbo is spicier with Shellfish or Chicken. Gumbo may have flavors rooted in Native American, African, Caribbean, Spanish, and French cuisines. No…
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