Spanish Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Cook bacon in a large skillet until crisp.
2. 2
   Remove bacon, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet.
3. 3
   Crumble bacon and set aside.
4. 4
   Saute onion and green pepper in drippings until crisp-tender.
5. 5
   Drain tomatoes, reserving liquid.
6. 6
   Add enough water to liquid to make mixture equal 1 3/4 cups.
7. 7
   Chop tomatoes.
8. 8
   Add tomatoes, tomato liquid, tomato sauce and next 3 ingredients to onion mixture.
9. 9
   Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
10. 10
    Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 2-quart baking dish.
11. 11
    Cover and bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes or until rice is tender.
12. 12
    Stir rice; sprinkle with cheese and bake an additional 5 minutes. Sprinkle with bacon.
13. 13
    Serves 6.