Cornmeal Coo Coo

Directions

1. 1
   In cold water, rinse okra; remove stems and slice into rounds.
2. 2
   In large saucepan, combine okra and water; bring to boil and stir in butter, salt & pepper. Remove from heat; stir in cornmeal until all lumps are dissolved and mixture is smooth.
3. 3
   Return to heat and, using wooden spoon, stir until mixture is well blended, slightly stiff, and comes away from sides of pan.
4. 4
   Spoon into lightly buttered bowl; let sit about 30 minutes until set. Cover top of bowl with platter and invert to transfer Coo Coo to serving platter.