1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. onions
3 lbs. cut okra
2 c. canned tomatoes
1/2 c. green peppers
1/2 c. chopped celery
Salt
4 pods garlic
1/2 tsp. cayenne
1 tsp. thyme
Shrimp or ham (opt.)

Saute onions in pot until tender. Add okra, tomatoes and green peppers, Cook 10 minutes. Add celery, salt, cayenne and thyme. Mix well. Cook until okra is tender.