Creole Okra - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 slices bacon, diced
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. green pepper
1 c. sliced okra
1 fresh tomato, peeled and chopped
1 c. uncooked instant rice
2 c. chicken broth
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. red pepper

Preparation

Saute bacon until crisp.
Drain off all fat except 2 tablespoons.
Add onion, green pepper and okra.
Cook until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Stir in rice, broth, salt and red pepper.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes.
Add tomatoes and fluff lightly.
Replace lid and let set about 15 minutes before serving.
Yields 6 servings.