Gumbo File Powder
Gumbo File (pronounced fee-lay) powder is ground sassafras leaves that are often mixed with a bit of ground thyme for extra depth of flavor. Widely used in Cajun and Creole cooking, the secret to its use is to add it to a dish near the end of cooking, or to sprinkle on top as a finishing garnish. File adds a distinctive earthy flavor and can second as a thickener.
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Description
Gumbo File (pronounced fee-lay) powder is ground sassafras leaves that are often mixed with a bit of ground thyme for extra depth of flavor. Widely used in Cajun and Creole cooking, the secret to its use is to add it to a dish near the end of cooking, or to sprinkle on top as a finishing garnish. File adds a distinctive earthy flavor and can second as a thickener.
