OKRA PILAF

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This is my very favorite rice recipe. I've served it many times and it's always received rave reviews. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I do.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup sliced fresh or frozen okra, thawed
2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups cooked rice

Steps:

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges