Purloo II

Description
Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

 * 3 slices bacon, chopped
 * 1 medium onion, chopped
 * 1 medium-size green pepper, chopped
 * 1 cup thinly sliced okra*
 * 1 clove garlic, minced
 * 1 cup cooked ham (about 3 ounces) julienned
 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * 1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
 * 1 teaspoon dried thyme
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
 * 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Directions
Cook bacon over medium heat in large skillet until brown; drain fat. Stir in onion, pepper, okra and garlic; saute 2 to 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add ham; continue cooking 3 minutes. Add rice, tomato, thyme, salt, bail and pepper flakes. Heat thoroughly; serve as a side dish or a main dish.