Fried Okra
["4 c. sliced okra", "1 tsp. salt", "1/2 tsp. black pepper", "1 c. corn meal", "1 c. flour", "1/2 c. shortening (for frying, unless for deep frying)"]
["Select young tender pods of okra.", "Wash, cut off ends and slice crosswise.", "Mix salt, pepper, meal and flour in a bag or bowl.", "Add okra and shake or stir until okra is covered with dry mixture.", "Have the shortening hot in a skillet.", "Add the okra. Cook until tender and browned, stirring occasionally."]
["okra", "salt", "black pepper", "corn meal", "flour", "shortening"]