James's Vegetable Gumbo
1 onion, chopped
1/2 green pepper, diced
2 celery ribs, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lb okra, sliced, fresh, frozen
1 lb tomatoes, fresh,or canned
2 cups corn, fresh, frozen,canned
1 teaspoon vegetable bouillon granules
1/2 cup white grape juice
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon basil or rosemary, minced
Method: In a large heavy stew pot, place bouillon and white grape juice, onion,
green pepper, celery garlic, cook until tender, 5-7 minutes.
Add other ingredients, cook over low heat, stirring occasionally to keep from
sticking to bottom.
Cover and simmer gently until corn and okra are done.
(or simmer in crockpot 6-7 hours) If you use dried herbs, rub them with the
palms of your hands before adding to the pot, this releases their mojo.