Almond Bacon Rice

1 c. brown or white rice

6 slices bacon

1/4 c. slivered almonds, optional

1/2 c. sliced green onion

3/4 c. thinly sliced celery

1 c. sliced mushrooms

2 T. soy sauce

1. Cook rice.
2. In a large frying pan fry bacon until crisp.  Set bacon aside.  Reserve drippings.
3. Heat 2 T. of bacon dripping over medium high heat.
4. Add nuts, 6 T. onions, the celery and mushrooms.
5. Cook, stirring often until almonds are toasted, about 5 minutes.   Set mixture aside.
6. To pan, add 2 T. drippings, stir in cooked rice until rice is lightly toasted.  Add more dripping if necessary to keep it from sticking.
7. Add vegetables and soy sauce and heat through.
8. Put in a dish and top with bacon and remaining onion.