Tomatoes and Okra

Tomatoes and Okra

Here's another wonderfully Southern recipe I think "y'all" will like. Most people who have tried okra tell me that they don't like it's slimy feel. However, in this dish, you won't get that because the tomato's acidity will cut through and give you a bright hearty flavor.

1 1/2 cup fresh okra; cut in 1/2 inches slices
1/2 cup onion; chopped
1/2 cup green pepper; chopped
2 tbs bacon drippings
3 tomatoes; peeled and quartered
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1 cup canned tomatoes

Note: You can use frozen okra for this if it's out of season. However, be sure to buy the whole frozen okra, and cut it yourself while it is still slightly frozen.
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• Cook the okra in a small amount of boiling, salted water for about 10 minutes to soften.
• Cook the onion and pepper in the bacon drippings until tender, but NOT brown. Then, add the tomatoes and okra to the mixture. Salt and pepper to taste.
• Cook over low heat until the vegetables are hot through, stirring as little as possible.

Notes: Add some corn, green pepper or celery for a different twist.