Cookin' Up Some Good Ol' Arkansas Comfort Food

Cookin' Up Some Good Ol' Arkansas Comfort Food

I'm just a regular fella from around here, and I'm happy to share with ya one of my favorite recipes that's straight outta the Natural State.

Bacon Cheeseburgers with Fried Okra

• 1 lb ground beef
• 4 slices of bacon
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornmeal

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Cook the bacon until it's crispy, then set aside.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef and cooked bacon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Form into patties and cook in a skillet until browned on both sides.
4. While the burgers are cooking, mix together the flour and cornmeal in a shallow dish.
5. Dredge the burgers in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
6. Place the burgers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
1. Cut the okra into slices and dredge in the flour mixture. Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the okra until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

This recipe is as simple as it gets, but it's also darn good. The bacon adds a smoky flavor that'll make your taste buds do the Arkansas two-step.