Okra and Tomatoes

INGREDIENTS

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil, for frying
• 1 tablespoon chicken base
• 1/4 pound bacon, chopped
• 4 cups sliced fresh or frozen okra
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
• Serving suggestion: steamed white rice
• 4 cups diced tomatoes, peeled and cored
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon butter