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In a large, deep skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 15 minutes.
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Drain on a paper towel-lined plate and discard some of the bacon fat; keep 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings.
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Return the skillet to the stove and turn the heat to medium high.
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Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the bacon fat.
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Add the onion, the celery, 1/2 of the green onions and cook for 4 minutes.
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Add the garlic, green pepper and mushrooms.
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Cook another 3 minutes.
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Add the cooked rice, soya sauce and stir to coat.
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Stir together.
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Push rice mixture on edge of pan and add beaten egg in the center.
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Let the egg set for 1 to 2 minutes, then scramble them with a fork and cook for 2 minutes more.
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Stir the eggs into the rice, breaking them up into small pieces.
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Turn off the heat.
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Add the bacon; season to taste with salt and pepper.
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Transfer the fried rice to a serving platter and sprinkle with remaining chopped green onions.
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Tip: This serves 4 if it is served with another dish or 2 if it is the main dish.
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A great way to use leftover rice.
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It can be made ahead of time and frozen.