Monday, December 14, 2009

The 25 Days of Christmas Day 14: Finishing Touch Complimented by Okra and Tomatoes Recipe

Merry Christmas Friends,

It's our pleasure to continue the 25 Days of Christmas feature for you, our good friends. December 1st through December 25th you can visit our blog for helpful, money-saving ideas to decorate your space for the holidays. It's just a little something to show our appreciation for your continued support of Interior Design eBlog.

Spice up your tabletop with a centerpiece of glittering trees and stacked ornament topiaries. Create interest by placing each item on a cake plate of varying height instantly transforming the look of your table while going with new creative ideas. Glitter is Glam!

Enjoy and share this Okra and Tomatoes recipe courtesy of Paula Deen.

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon peanut oil, for frying
1/4 pound bacon, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
4 cups diced tomatoes, peeled and cored
1 cup water
1 tablespoon chicken base
4 cups sliced fresh or frozen okra
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Serving suggestion: steamed white rice

Directions:
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add bacon, butter, onion, green pepper and garlic. Saute until the vegetables are soft and the onions are translucent. Add seasoned salt, garlic powder, tomatoes, water, chicken base and okra. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and let simmer for 30 minutes stirring occasionally. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

Servings: 4 servings
Cook Time: 50 min
Difficulty: Easy

Check back for more holiday ideas and enjoy a little glitter with family and friends.

Wishing you all the timeless treasures of the season; the warmth of home, the love of family and the company of good friends.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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Live well,
Yvonne

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