Alaska Octopus Gumbo

1/2 Cup diced bacon
2 Cups water
1 Pint fresh octopus, steamed until tender
2 Cups slightly undercooked steamed rice
1 Pound canned tomatoes
1 Can okra
1/2 Cup diced onions
1 diced green pepper
1/4 Teaspoon cayenne
1/2 Cup diced celery
salt and pepper to taste

Boil bacon in water for 15 minutes, then add the rest of the ingredients.
Simmer together for ten minutes. Serve with warm cornbread.

Servings: 4
Home Cookin 4.8 Chapter: Fish And Seafood