1 1/4 c. okra, cut in 1/4-inch slices (about 6 oz.)
1/2 c. green pepper, chopped
1/4 c. onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp. water
1 (15 oz.) can tomatoes, cut up
3/4 tsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Place okra, green pepper, onion and water in a microwave-safe casserole. Cook, covered, 5 to 7 minutes until vegetables are done to your taste. Add tomatoes, sugar and pepper, stirring gently. Cook, covered, 2 more minutes or until heated through.

Makes 6 servings.