Okra Soup

This was my late grandfather's favorite meal. I used to make a big batch when we went home to visit. Then I'd put the soup in individual single serving Tupperware so he could freeze and reheat as he craved some.

It really is super simple. The most involved part has to do with prepping the okra.

ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp butter
• 8 green onions
• 2 Tbsp crushed garlic, or 2 garlic cloves minced
• 2 ribs of celery
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 lb fresh okra
• 2 cans diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 cups frozen or canned corn
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
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directions

1. Slice green onions using most of the green
2. Crush Garlic
3. Slice celery 
4. Trim okra ends and slice
5. open chicken broth
6. open/ measure out corn

In a large soup pot, heat olive oil and butter of medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and celery. Saute. Stirring occasionally until celery is tender. 

Add chicken broth, tomatoes, sliced okra, corn, and Cajun seasoning. 

Bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium low (3), cover and let simmer for 30 minutes or until okra is tender.

Salt and pepper to taste. Serve and Enjoy!

 This recipe will serve 4-6 hungry adults and freezes well too.