Southern Stewed Tomatoes and Okra
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Prep time 10mins
Cook time 30mins
Serves or Makes: 10

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ingredients

  • 4-6 slices of bacon, cut into lardons
  • 1/2 white onion, diced
  • 4-6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans Red Gold Petite Diced Tomatoes
  • 1 (6 ounce) can Red Gold Sweet Basil or Roasted Garlic
  • 1 dried bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 pounds frozen okra, sliced `
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cajun or creole seasoning
  • 2 1/4 cup water
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Method

  • Step 1

    Using a Dutch oven or large pot, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside.

  • Step 2

    Saute onion in bacon grease until tender, then add garlic. Saute for 3-4 more minutes.

  • Step 3

    Add canned tomatoes, Worcestershire Sauce, chicken bouillon, tomato paste, water, bay leaf, and Creole/Cajun Seasoning. Stir to combine.

  • Step 4

    Bring to a simmer, turn to medium low heat, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes. (Stirring occasionally)

  • Step 5

    Add okra, stir, bring back to a simmer and cook uncovered until tender. (approx. 10 minutes)

  • Step 6

    Remove bay leaf and add bacon and vinegar. Stir to combine.

  • Step 7

    Remove from heat and season to taste.