COCONUT RICE (AFRICAN)

1 large coconut
2 cups regular rice
2 cups cubed ham
1 large green pepper, seeded & chopped
Add hot pepper, optional
1 large onion, chopped
3 tbsp. tomato paste
4 cups water
Salt & season to taste

Remove coconut from shell, scraped brown skin off, cut into smaller pieces and blend with water. Strain with a sieve.

Combine coconut juice, ham, pepper, onion, tomato paste, salt and season to taste. Bring to boiling.

Add rice and cook until done.

Makes 4-6 servings.