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Okra And Ham Pilau

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By Diana Rattray, About.com

A rice pilau recipe with ham and okra.

Ingredients:

  • 4 slices bacon, diced
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup thinly sliced okra
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 8 ounces chopped ham
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon dried leaf thyme
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 2 cups water

Preparation:

Fry bacon in a Dutch oven or heavy saucepan until just crisp. Stir in onion, pepper and okra; sauté until onion is wilted. Add garlic and ham; continue cooking for 5 minutes longer. Add tomatoes, thyme, cayenne, rice and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover and simmer for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until rice is tender. Serves 4.

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