5 slices bacon
1 lb. hamburger
1 med. onion, chopped
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1 can (16 oz.) stewed tomatoes
1 c. uncooked long grain rice
2 c. water
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. chili powder
1/8 tsp. pepper

Layer bacon between paper towels in 2 quart casserole. Microwave until crisp, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove bacon and paper towels. Crumble hamburger into casserole, add onion and green pepper. Microwave uncovered until meat is firm, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir to break up meat; drain. Crumble bacon; add to meat long with remaining ingredients. Cover and microwave to boiling 8 to 10 minutes. Stir and let stand covered, 10 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. Serves 6.