Ep 6. Justine's Jazzy Jumbo Gumbo

Rev Run's Sunday Suppers season 2 episode 6 is titled "Justine's Jazzy Jumbo Gumbo". In this episode, the Simmons family gathers together to enjoy a classic New Orleans dish: jambalaya. However, Justine adds her own twist to the recipe and makes it a jazzy jumbo gumbo instead.

The episode starts with Justine and Rev Run discussing the origins of jambalaya and gumbo. They explain that jambalaya is a rice-based dish that originally came from Spain, while gumbo is a stew that originated in West Africa and was brought to America by slaves. Justine tells Rev Run that she has combined the two dishes to make her own version of jazzy jumbo gumbo.

Next, Justine heads to the kitchen to start cooking. She begins by making a roux, which is a mixture of fat and flour that is used to thicken sauces and stews. She then adds onions, bell peppers, celery, and garlic to the roux to create the base for the gumbo. Justine also adds chicken, andouille sausage, and shrimp to the gumbo and lets it simmer for a few hours to let the flavors develop.

While the gumbo is cooking, the rest of the family starts to arrive. Justine's sister-in-law, Vanessa, brings a spinach and artichoke dip to share, while Rev Run's friend, Chef Ahki, brings a vegan version of jambalaya for Justine to try. Justine tastes the vegan jambalaya and is impressed with how good it tastes.

As the gumbo finishes cooking, Justine serves it on a bed of rice and tops it with scallions and parsley. The family gathers around the table to enjoy the delicious jazzy jumbo gumbo. Everyone agrees that it is a delicious and spicy dish, perfect for a Sunday supper.

Throughout the episode, Justine also shares some of her tips for cooking and entertaining. She emphasizes the importance of using fresh ingredients and making dishes that can be prepared ahead of time, so that the host can spend more time with their guests. She also suggests serving dishes family-style, so that everyone can serve themselves and try a little bit of everything.

Overall, "Justine's Jazzy Jumbo Gumbo" is a fun and festive episode of Rev Run's Sunday Suppers. The family's love of food and each other is evident throughout, making it a heartwarming and entertaining episode for fans of the show.