WILD RICE CASSEROLE

1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
3/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 pound sliced bacon, diced
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
6 cups COOKED wild rice
1 cup frozen peas, (optional)
1 to 2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon pepper

In a large skillet, cook onion, green pepper, celery and bacon until the vegetables are tender, about three (3) minutes. Add mushrooms. Cook for two (2) minutes; drain. Add the rice, peas (if desired), soy sauce and pepper. Cook and stir gently over medium heat for five (5) minutes.

Yield: 10-12 servings.