Gumbo, for one

STEW

This hearty dish often starts with a roux and simmers with meat or seafood.

"Gumbo, for one" is a straightforward example clue where the answer is a category that includes gumbo. The word "for one" signals that gumbo is just a single example of a broader group—here, hearty dishes made by simmering ingredients in liquid. Since gumbo fits the definition of a stew (a thick, slow-cooked dish), the answer is simply "STEW," covering other similar meals like chili or beef bourguignon. No wordplay is involved; it’s a direct category hint.