Red Rice

This good old southern favorite came from my mama. Her version does not include the usual sausage and therefore makes a better accompanyment to delicate entrees such as fish.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 1 min
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 4  tablespoons bacon grease
• 1  large onion, chopped
• 1  can tomato paste
• 3 1⁄2 cans water
• 2  teaspoons salt
• 3  teaspoons sugar
• 2  cups white rice
•  crumbled bacon (optional)

Directions

1. Simmer first 6 ingredients for 20 minutes,stirring frequently.
2. Pour all ingredients into a rice steamer and mix well.
3. Steam for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
4. Serve with bacon crumbled on top if desired.