Name: Crawfish Gravy
Yield: Makes about 6 cups
Ingredients: 1 pound thick-sliced smoked bacon, cut into 1/2' pieces; 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup each finely chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery; 1/4 cup seeded, finely chopped jalapeños; 3 tablespoons finely chopped garlic; 2 teaspoons Cajun Spice Mix (click for recipe); 3 cups low-salt chicken broth of shrimp stock; 1 pound peeled crawfish tails or coarsely chopped peeled shrimp; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; Cayenne pepper (optional); 1/2 cup chopped scallions

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Anders Overgaard

The foundation of this étouffée-like dish is a brown roux that lends a deep, nutty flavor. The gravy pairs well with the Grits Dressing, biscuits, and turkey.

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