Cajun Seafood Gumbo

2 pkg Cajun gumbo base mix
4 quarts water or broth
3 lbs small (cocktail) shrimp
3 cups chopped ham
3 cups chopped smoked sausage
1 can crab meat
2 cups chopped celery
2 cups chopped onion
2 cups cooked, diced chicken
Salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste

Mix gumbo mix and 2 cups warm water until mix is completed dissolved. Place remaining water in a large pan and bring to a boil. Let simmer for 15 minutes.

In an iron skillet, saute onion and celery until translucent - add to gumbo mixture. Add remaining ingredients and continue to simmer on low heat for 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 20 minutes.

Serve over cooked rice. Best served with cornbread.

Serves 6 to 8.