8-10 bacon slices, diced (approx. 1/2 lb.)
1 med. onion, finely chopped
3 c. regular long grain rice
2 (10 oz.) pkgs. frozen green peas
1 (14 oz.) can chicken broth
2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper

About 35 minutes before serving:

In 12" skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crisp. With slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; set aside. Pour off all but 1/4 cup bacon drippings from skillet; add onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Stir rice, frozen peas, chicken broth, salt, pepper and 5 cups water into mixture and heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer about 20 minutes, until rice is tender. Toss bacon with rice mixture until well mixed. 10 to 12 servings.