Venetian Rice I

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 4 to 6 slices Bacon, diced
 * 1 large Onion, sliced and separated into rings
 * 1 10-ounce package frozen green peas
 * 1 1/2 cups uncooked rice
 * 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
 * 2 3/4 cups chicken broth
 * 1/4 cup sherry
 * 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper (optional)
 * 3 cups hot cooked rice
 * 1 teaspoon oregano
 * 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp
 * 3 cups hot cooked rice
 * grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
 * 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided
 * 1/4 cup dry white wine
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

Directions
Cook Bacon in large skillet over low heat until crisp and brown. Remove Bacon from skillet; set aside.

Add Onion to skillet and cook until tender crisp. Add Peas, rice, turmeric, broth and sherry. Bring to a boil; stir. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Add Bacon, Cheese and pepper, if desired. Toss lightly.