Chicken Gumbo

1 large chicken
1 lb. sausage (optional)
1 large bag sliced, frozen okra
1 or 2 large onions, chopped
1 large can tomato paste, sauce, or stewed tomatoes
Tony Chachere's Instant Roux & Gravy Mix
Salt
Black Pepper
Garlic Powder
Celery Seed

Boil chicken in large pot. 
Remove chicken, set aside to cool. 
Add okra, onion, tomatoes, & seasonings. 
Bring to a boil & simmer, covered, until okra is tender. 
Debone chicken, making sure to also remove all fat & skin. 
Add chicken to pot. Stir roux mix into large glass of cool water until thick. 
Slowly add roux to gumbo, stirring constantly. 
Simmer a few more minutes. 
Serve over rice. Add tabasco, if you like it spicy.

Barbara Wright