Rice-Stuffed Goose - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (10 to 12 lb.) goose
1/4 c. butter
2 c. uncooked rice
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped celery
2 c. water
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1/2 tsp. parsley flakes
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. pepper
6 slices bacon

Preparation

For stuffing, melt butter in large skillet.
Add rice, onion and celery.
Cook slowly, stirring constantly, until rice is lightly browned.
Add water, bouillon cubes, parsley and seasonings.
Cover and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is tender (add more water if rice begins to stick).
Set aside to cool.