Tag Archives: Louisiana

Mistakes in making gumbo

Posted on September 12, 2023 by Burnt My Fingers

The other day I had a pound of just-harvested okra and decided I would make gumbo. I heated maybe ¼ c of olive oil and added the Holy Trinity of chopped onion, celery and green pepper, about 2/3 c each. … Continue reading →

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Why I love Crystal Hot Sauce

Posted on August 30, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

Do a web search for “Crystal vs Tabasco” and you’ll find lots of Louisiana stories about how one po-boy restaurant uses one, another the other as a matter of personal preference. Buy two bottles and try them side by side … Continue reading →

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