Yes this will become a new family favourite. Whether we had you at bacon or not!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pint (500 mL) grape tomatoes

• 2 tbsp (30 mL) extra virgin olive oil

• ¼ tsp (1 mL) salt

• 2 small onions finely diced

• 2 cloves garlic minced

• ½ (125 mL) diced double-smoked bacon

• 1½ cup (375 mL) U.S. brown rice

• 3 cup (750 mL) vegetable Stock

• Salt and pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

• Preheat oven to 300°F.

• Place tomatoes and olive oil in an ovenproof pan, sprinkle with salt and roast 1 -1/2 hours. (This can be made a day in advance).

• In a small stockpot, over medium-high heat, sauté onions, garlic and bacon for 5-7 minutes until onions begin to get golden brown. Add rice and roasted tomatoes, sauté for 2 minutes.

• ChefD’s Tip: Add some cooked shrimp, chicken or diced pork tenderloin to take make it even better!