Southern Okra, Tomatoes, and Green Pepper

1 T. sugar

1 t. flour

1/2 t. salt

1/2 t. pepper

2 c. sliced fresh okra

boiling water

1 medium onion, chopped

1 medium green pepper, chopped

2 T. oil

3 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped

cooked rice, optional

Combine sugar, flour, salt and pepper. Set aside. Cover and cook okra in boiling water for 10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside. Saute onions and green peppers in oil until tender. Stir in tomatoes and reserved sugar mixture. Cook for 5 minutes. Add okra. Heat through, stirring as little as possible. Serve with rice if desired.