Crab Gumbo

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oil in large kettle on medium heat.
2. 2
   Add flour, stirring constantly until dark brown but not burned.
3. 3
   Add onion and garlic. Cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
4. 4
   Gradually stir in undrained tomatoes.
5. 5
   Add sugar, worcestershire sauce, salt, hot pepper sauce and bay leaf.
6. 6
   Stir to break up tomatoes.
7. 7
   Bring to a boil.
8. 8
   Reduce heat.
9. 9
   Cover.
10. 10
    Simmer 10 minutes to blend flavor, stirring occasionally.
11. 11
    Add okra.
12. 12
    Cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
13. 13
    Add crab.
14. 14
    Stir gently and heat through. Discard bay leaf.
15. 15
    Serve gumbo over rice.
16. 16
    (4 servings.)