OmManiPadmeOmelet wrote:
> I'd heat the veggies and roux separately, then drain any excess water
> from the veggies before adding the hot roux.
>
> Peace, Om

Gumbo was fine. Even with abbreviated cook time, fine-diced frozen
mixed veggies, including most of the okra, disappeared. Convenient, but
I think I'll chop fresh next time. Thanks.