Creamed Salmon au Gratin

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 6 slices bacon, finely chopped
 * 1 10-3/4-ounce can condensed cream of chicken soup
 * 1 15-1/2-ounce can pink salmon (drain; reserve liquid), flaked
 * 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
 * 1 tablespoon lemon juice
 * 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
 * 3 hard-cooked eggs, chopped
 * 3 cups hot cooked rice
 * 1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
 * 1/2 to 1 teaspoon paprika

Directions

 * 1) Cook bacon in large skillet over low heat until crisp. Remove from pan; drain on absorbent paper.
 * 2) Heat soup and 1 tablespoon bacon drippings. Add parsley, salmon liquid, lemon juice and pepper sauce; cook 2 to 3 minutes. Add salmon and eggs. Pour salmon mixture over rice in greased 2-quart baking dish.
 * 3) Sprinkle with breadcrumbs, bacon and paprika. Brown under broiler, watching carefully to prevent burning.