• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion chopped fine
• 3-4 bacon slices (diced)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 bunches celery, cut in 1/2" Slices
• 1 qt. Hot stock or broth
• Salt & Pepper
• 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
• 1/4 cupParmesan cheese (1 oz.)

Directions

1. Heat oil in large saucepan.
2. Add onion and bacon; Saute until onion begins to brown.
3. Stir in tomato paste and celery.
4. Cook 5 minutes,stir occasionally.
5. Gradually stir in stock or broth.
6. Cover and simmer 20 Minutes.
7. Season with salt and pepper.
8. Stir rice into soup/ Simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
9. Pour into tureen or serve in individual bowls; Makes 4 servings.
10. Sprinkle cheese over the top.