Okra Gumbo Freezer Mix

Ingredients

• 5 pounds fresh okra, sliced
• 6 medium onions, chopped
• 4 celery ribs, chopped
• 2 green bell peppers, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 4 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon pepper

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients; spoon into 2 (13- x 9-inch) pans. Cover with foil.
2. Bake at 300° for 2 hours, stirring after 1 hour. Let cool completely; spoon into 4 (1-pint) freezer containers, and freeze up to 4 months.