Spanish Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 slices bacon
1 c. uncooked regular or brown rice
1/4 c. chopped green pepper
1 medium onion, sliced
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 c. water
1/4 c. catsup
16 oz. (2 c.) tomatoes (undrained), chopped

Preparation

In large skillet, fry bacon until crisp; drain on paper towel. Reserve 2 tablespoons drippings.
Cook rice, onion and green pepper in drippings until onion is tender.
Add crumbled bacon and remaining ingredients.
Simmer, covered, 30 to 45 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Yield:
5 to 6 servings.