1 lb. okra
3 slices bacon, chopped
1 lg. onion, chopped
1 med. size green pepper, finely chopped
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

Wash okra well; drain. Cut off tip and stem ends; cut okra into 1/2 inch slices; set aside. Fry bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Cook okra in drippings 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Add onion and green pepper; cook, stirring occasionally until tender. Stir in tomatoes, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer 20 minutes. Stir in bacon, and heat thoroughly. Yield: 6 to 8 servings.