W
hile okra is undeniably delicious fried or stirred
into gumbo, this favorite Louisiana veggie is
surprisingly versatile. Th e bright green pods
taste just as great stewed with tomatoes as they do baked
into cornbread. Savor this summer staple with six new okra
recipes to share at your table this season.photography by jim bathie
recipe development and food styling by
tricia manzanero
styling by beth k. seeley