Rice alla Carbonara

Description
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

 * 1/2 pound cooked ham, julienned
 * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
 * 1 tablespoon olive oil
 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked crisp, diced
 * 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
 * 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
 * 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper
 * 3/4 cup heavy cream

Directions
Cook ham strips in butter and oil in large skillet over medium heat until ham is slightly browned. Add rice, bacon, cheese, parsley, pepper and cream; stir until mixture is creamy and thoroughly heated.