Okra Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 cup tomatoes -- peeled and chopped
• 1 cup field corn -- cooked
• 2 cups okra -- sliced
• 2 cups water or stock
• Salt and pepper
• Chiles
• 1 slice bacon
• Juice of 1 lemon

Preparation:

• Okra is a very common thickening agent for African soups and vegetable dishes.
• Dice and fry the bacon.
• Add all remaining ingredients, bring to a boil and simmer until the okra is tender, about 15 minutes.