Tony Chachere"s Creole Gumbo Base Mix is a premium gumbo base with a countless end of usese. It is perfect for any seafood or use your favorite meats or flavor with chicken. Tony Chachere"s gumbo base is a special blend of seasonings that will provide the savory flavor that your family will desire and best of all is easy to use !! Stove Top Directions: 1. In a stockpot, Combine 6 cups of cool water, Contents of package and 1 1/2 lb. seafood, chopped sausage, or precooked chicken pieces. 2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Microwave: 1. In a deep microwaveable dish, combine 6 cups cool water, contents of package and 1 1/2 lb. seafood, chopped sausage or precooked chicken pieces. Stir and cover. 2. Cook on High 15 minutes. Cook another 15 minutes on 50% power. Let stand covered 5 minutes. Stir before serving.