Ingredients
4 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 cup sliced fresh or frozen okra, thawed2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper3 cups cooked rice
Preparation
In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon to paper towel to drain. Saute onion and green pepper in drippings for 6-8 minutes or until tender.
Stir in the okra, tomatoes, salt if desired and pepper; cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add rice; cook for 10-15 minutes or until okra is tender and liquid is absorbed. Crumble bacon; stir into rice mixture.
