Preparation:
Sprinkle flour over bottom of heavy large pot. Stir flour constantly over medium heat until flour turns golden brown.(do not allow to burn) about 15 minutes. Pour browned flour into bowl. Heat oil n same pot oven medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and saute until tender, about 7 minutes. Add garlic, thyme and bay leaf; stir 1 minute. Add sausages and saute until brown. Breaking up with back of spoon, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes with juices, broth and Creole seasoning. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes to blend flavors, stirring frequently. Add shrimp and catfish to pot and simmer just until seafood is opaque in center about 5 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper and serve. |
