Bacon and Rice Delight

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 5 slices bacon, diced
 * 1 cup chopped onion
 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * ½ cup sliced ripe olives
 * ¼ cup pecans
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 2 cups cottage cheese
 * ¾ cup grated Cheddar cheese

Directions

 * 1) Cook bacon and onion in large skillet until onion is golden. Pour off excess drippings.
 * 2) Add rice, pecans, salt and pepper to skillet. Continue cooking until thoroughly heated.
 * 3) Remove from heat. Stir in cottage cheese.
 * 4) Turn into buttered 1½-quart shallow casserole.
 * 5) Top with Cheddar cheese.
 * 6) Bake at 375 °F for 15 to 20 minutes.