Charleston Okra Soup

1 large beef bone plenty of meat

2 medium onions -- chopped

3 pounds okra -- chopped

salt and pepper bay leaf 3 quarts water

1 piece bacon

8 large fresh tomato or 2 large cans

Cook meat in water slowly for 2 hours. Add okra, bacon and peeled tomatoes, bay leaf, onions, salt and pepper to taste, let cook another 2 hours, add more water if needed. Hot rice and cornsticks are usually served with this dish