Bacon Fried Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Refrigerate cooked rice until thoroughly chilled.
2. 2
   Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp.
3. 3
   Drain on paper towels; crumble. Reserve 1/4 cup bacon drippings.
4. 4
   Combine soy sauce and water; set aside.
5. 5
   Heat 1 tablespoon bacon drippings in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. 6
   Add garlic and red pepper; stir-fry for 1 minute.
7. 7
   Add chicken and water chestnuts; stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove from skillet; set aside.
9. 9
   Heat 1 tablespoon bacon drippings in skillet; add carrots and stir-fry for 2 minutes.
10. 10
    Add green pepper, celery and onion and stir-fry for 2 minutes or until crisp-tender.
11. 11
    Remove from skillet and set aside.