How Do You Make Boiled Okra And Tomatoes, An Economic Depression Era Recipe?
No one is certain just how bad the American economy will get before it begins to improve. We may end up in a full blown economic depression. If this does occur the American people will be forced to alter their way of cooking to meet finances. Below is a wonderful depression era recipe for boiled okra and tomatoes. It is low cost to prepare and delicious. Start with either frozen or garden fresh whole okra. If okra is frozen then it should already be pre washed. If it is fresh from the garden wash it thoroughly. Place okra in a pan and cover it with water. Add just enough water to boil it. You don’t want to add too much water as you will have extra liquids from the juice of the tomato. Place okra on the stove eye and cook oh high until to comes to a full boil. Reduce the heat and cook on medium until okra is half done or starting to become soft and tender. Now it is time to add your tomatoes. Add one can of diced tomatoes. If you are cooking a large quantity of okra you may need to add
