There are some recipes I fall back ... together the holy trinity of Creole cooking (onion, bell pepper, and celery), cozy rice, tangy tomatoes, and earthy okra—all seasoned with a bold mix ...

Choose stems that snap cleanly and don’t bend. Okra exudes a glutinous juice in cooking which thickens stews and braised dishes. It can be eaten raw in salads or cooked with curries or vegetable ...

Read about the history of gumbo and Lolis Eric Elie's memories of preparing the famous creole dish with his mother. Below is the recipe ... heat and then add the okra. Lower the heat to medium ...