Don't ever, ever put File in a pot a gumbo while it's cooking...it's the major sin of gumbo cooking and will totally F up what gumbo is supposed to be. File is an "additive" for those who want it immediately after their their gumbo is already in their bowls.
I know what I'm talking about...and
@Ray: ...I'd totally take that challenge.
Who knew people made gumbo in July??
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