Saute in 2 quart saucepan or skillet until fat is rendered. Drain most of fat, leaving about 2 tablespoons. Add tomatoes, water, salt and pepper. Simmer 25-30 minutes until okra is tender and flavors are blended. Add hot sauce about the last 10 minutes of cooking.
Some people prefer using sausage rather than or in addition to bacon.
4 teaspoons dill seed Wash and trim okra. Place 1 garlic clove in each jar. Combine salt, hot peppers, dill seed, water and vinegar in large saucepan and bring to boil. Adjust lids and process in hot water bath for 10 minutes.