Rice with Leeks & Bacon
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Not exactly low cholestorol.
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1 lb bacon, chopped
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Fry bacon pieces in a large skillet until crisp. Remove from pan and reserve.
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2-3 leeks, chopped
1 Tbsp olive oil, if necessary
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Stir fry leeks in 1 Tbsp bacon drippings plus the oil until tender.
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2 cups cooked brown rice
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/2 cup water or stock
salt & pepper to taste
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Add rice, tomato paste, spices and stock. Simmer 3 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until liquid is absorbed.
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grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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Stir bacon bits into rice mixture, sprinkle with cheese and serve.
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Serves 4
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from Boot's Farms, Scotland, Ontario
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