Ingredients (21)

8 strips bacon, diced

3/4 cup vegetable oil, divided use

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 pound smoked sausage, preferably Cajun-inspired, such as andouille

2 cups onion, chopped

1 cup green bell pepper, chopped

1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped

1 cup celery, chopped

3 green onions, chopped, white and light green separated from dark green

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 to 2 1/2 quarts  chicken stock, or turkey stock, low sodium

3 to 4 cups cooked turkey, chopped or shredded

3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

3 bay leaves

1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste

1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup chopped parsley, plus more for garnish, if desired

Hot sauce, for serving, optional

Steamed rice, for serving, optional