Instructions

  1. Pre-heat the oven to 425 F or 220 C.
  2. If you are using a fan assisted oven, you can cut the heat by about 10 percent.
  3. In a large skillet, melt the butter and sauté the rice and bacon for two minutes.
  4. Add the celery, onion and mushrooms.
  5. Cook and stir for a further 2-4 minutes, until the vegetables just start to soften.
  6. Pour into a large casserole dish.
  7. Stir in the broth and garlic.
  8. Add a generous amount of black pepper and a couple pinches of oregano.
  9. Mix well.
  10. Cover and bake for 30 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked.