1 lb. ground beef
6 slices bacon
1 med. onion, chopped
1/4 c. chopped bell pepper
3/4 c. uncooked rice
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. ketchup
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes
1 (8oz.) can tomato sauce
2 drops hot sauce

In large skillet brown meat and drain well. Then set aside. In same pan cook bacon, drain and reserve 2 tablespoons drippings in skillet. Saute onion and pepper in pan until tender. Crumble bacon and stir into pan. Add beef and remaining ingredients. Bring to boil, cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until rice is tender.

Makes 5 servings.