Classic Okra and Tomatoes Recipe
"Okra and tomatoes are a centuries-old pairing. It’s a remarkable union of late-summer flavors that comes from using peak-season produce: vibrant fresh-picked okra and plump ripe tomatoes still firm enough to hold their shape when simmered. To minimize okra’s infamous textural issues, take care not to cut the stem end so closely that the pod is severed...."
INGREDIENTS
•
1 pound fresh okra
•
1/4 cup bacon drippings
•
1 onion, chopped
•
1 green bell pepper, chopped
•
1 28-ounce can whole tomatoes
•
1 teaspoon sugar
•
1 teaspoon table salt
•
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
•
1 lemon, cut in wedges
•
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
•
1 tablespoon water
Comments & Reviews
Just A Pinch Sweepstakes