Potato Gumbo

Directions

1. 1
   Add the onions and garlic to a coated high-sided saute pan over medium heat and saute until golden brown.
2. 2
   Mix in celery, Swiss chard stems, and bell pepper. Saute until tender.
3. 3
   Heat the 1/4 cup oil in the same saute pan, stir in flour and bay leaves.
4. 4
   Stir with a wooden to form a paste. Cook until the flour becomes a nutty brown color.
5. 5
   Stir in chicken stock, water, and cayenne.
6. 6
   Add the potatoes and cook on medium heat about 30 minutes until the potatoes are tender and the liquid thickens.
7. 7
   Add the Swiss chard leaves, season with salt, and pepper, and cook until the leaves are wilted.