Cucumber Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

6 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced
2 cups water
6 slices bacon
1 medium onion, chopped
2 medium bell peppers, chopped
6 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 cup bread crumbs
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 cup shredded American or Cheddar cheese
Hot cooked rice, optional

Preparation

Combine cucumbers and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 15 minutes or until tender. Drain well. Cook bacon until crisp, drain, reserving 3 tbsp. drippings. Crumble bacon, set aside.