Instructions: In a large heavy soup pot or Dutch oven cook the bacon and remove; reserve. Add the shortening to the pot and brown chicken pieces. Add the okra, salt, tomatoes, green pepper, and water. Simmer covered 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until chicken is tender. Correct seasonings.

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