Okra Gumbo - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. fresh or frozen okra, sliced in 1/2-inch slices
1/3 stick oleo
1/2 c. water
1 small tomato, diced, or 1/4 c. V-8 juice
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 tsp. chili powder
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Combine ingredients and cook slowly until tender.
If the mixture appears stringy after cooking, add a few drops of vinegar.