Journalist Ken Wells told us about researching the origins of gumbo, the uses of bear lard and growing up in Bayou Black.

In a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour, stirring often, and cook to a medium-brown roux, about 30 minutes.

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In response, families across the region turned to their gumbo pots. Elizabeth Hansen, a Lafayette mom of two, said, "the smell of gumbo filled the air" while taking her kids on a snowy ...