Creole Okra

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 3 slices bacon, diced
 * 1 10-ounce package frozen cut okra, thawed
 * 1/2 cup chopped onion
 * 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
 * 1 cup uncooked rice
 * 2 cups chicken broth
 * 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * Dash ground red pepper
 * 1 tomato, peeled and chopped

Directions
Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp; drain on paper towels. Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings. Add okra, onion and green pepper to skillet; cook until tender crisp. Stir in rice, broth, black pepper and red pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes. Add tomatoes and fluff lightly. Replace lid; allow to stand about 10 minutes.