1 (5 lb.) hen
3 qts. water
3/4 c. oil or drippings
2 1/2 lbs. okra, cut finely
1 c. onions, chopped
1 c. green onions, chopped
1/2 c. bell pepper, chopped
1/2 c. parsley, chopped
1 (1 lb., 12 oz.) can tomatoes
Salt, pepper, cayenne, Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce
Gumbo file'

The day before, boil hen slowly in 3 quarts water that has been seasoned. De-bone and reserve broth, fat removed. In hot fat in large Dutch oven, brown okra, onions, green onions, and bell pepper. Add parsley and tomatoes to the browned vegetables and cook slowly for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add chicken broth and simmer for 45 minutes. Add chicken and season to taste. Serve over rice and sprinkle on gumbo file' just before serving.