Stewed Okra

To prepare okra, wash it and drain. Trim off stem ends, cut into ½-inch (1-cm) pieces and reserve.

In a large sauté pan over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy. Remove bacon from pan and add onion and celery to remaining drippings. Cook onions for 5 minutes, stirring often, until translucent, then add garlic and cook one minute more. Add okra and stir to coat. Add tomato, oregan