Charleston Red Rice Recipe - Chili Pepper Madness

Ingredients

• 3 strips bacon (chopped)
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 1 bell pepper (chopped (use jalapeno for a spicier version))
• 1 stalk celery (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 1/2 cups long grain (rinsed)
• 1 15- ounce can tomatoes (drained (I prefer fire-roasted tomatoes))
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (or more to taste)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups chicken broth (warmed)
• Hot sauce to taste (use a Louisiana style hot sauce)
• Fresh chopped parsley and red pepper flakes for serving