Adding cooked chicken to the gumbo, which was made in a microwave oven. (Photo by David Grunfeld / Nola.com / The Times-Picayune) The first person I ever saw make a roux was a guy who grew up in ...

A big sweet onion was one of the most versatile vegetables that came off our grill. Same drill: It's easy to cut into thick slices. Then brush with olive oil and season. Grill until grill marks ...