2 lbs. tender fresh okra
5 pods hot red or green pepper or to taste
5 garlic cloves, peeled
4 c. white vinegar
1/2 c. water
6 tbsp. salt
1 tbsp. mustard or celery seed (opt.)

Wash okra, pack into hot, sterilized jars. Put one pepper pod and 1 clove garlic in each jar. Bring remaining ingredients to boil. Pour over okra and seal. Let stand 1 week. Makes 5 pints.