Old Fashioned Chicken Gumbo

1 large fryer or hen, cut-up

4 tablespoons roux

1 cup chopped onions

1 bell pepper, chopped

2 ribs celery, chopped

1/2 cup parsley, chopped

1/2 cup green onions, chopped

4 quarts cold water

Seasonings to taste

1 pod garlic, finely chopped

1 can chicken stock

1/4 teaspoon oregano

1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce

1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce

Dissolve roux in water on medium heat and let boil for about 1 hour adding onions, bell peppers, celery, garlic, oregano and seasoning. Then add the cut up chicken pieces, remove the skin if desired. Let cook for 1 hour or until chicken is well done. Add green onions and parsley.

Serves 6-8.

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