Southern Okra Bean Stew
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Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
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11 servings (about 4 quarts)
Updated: Jun. 24, 2023
When this spicy stew's simmering on the stove, my family has a hard time waiting for dinner. It's much like a thick tomato-based soup with a hearty mix of okra, brown rice and beans. Everyone leaves the table feeling satisfied—and eager to have it again soon. —Beverly McDowell, Athens, Georgia
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