Yankee Okra

Recipe Instructions Wash the okra, trim the stems, but leave on the caps. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking. Add the okra and saute, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes. Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, thyme, basil, and salt and pepper, to taste. Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and serve immediately. This recipe yields 4 to 6 Northerner servings or 2 to 3 Southerner servings.