Southern-Style Okra and Tomatoes

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds fresh young okra
4 - 5 slices bacon
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
3 - 4 medium ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
Creole seasoning to taste

Instructions

Wash okra, pat dry, and slice into 1-inch pieces. In a large skillet, fry bacon until crisp. Remove bacon, drain, and set aside. Add okra, onion, and salt to bacon drippings. Cook for 10 minutes over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes and creole seasoning and stir well. Reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring often. Serve topped with crumbled bacon.

Recipe Info

Date August 31, 2003