Catfish Pilaf

I made this for a work potluck. Everyone was surprised to find out it had catfish in it. Got many requests for the recipe.

Put catfish fillets into a lightly greased oblong baking dish.

Drizzle with melted butter and lemon juice.

Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes or until fish flakes easily.

Drain fish , place in a bowl and flake with a fork.

Cook bacon in a skillet.

Transfer to paper-towel lined plate to drain.

Crumble and set aside.

Reserve 2 tablespoons bacon drippings in skillet.

Add green pepper and onion to bacon drippings.

Cook , stirring constantly , until tender.

Add in bacon , tomatoes , water , rice , pimentos , and salt and pepper.

Bring to a boil.

Cover , lower heat , and simmer 25 minutes or until most of the liquid has been absorbed.

Add catfish.

Stir to combine.

Cover and let stand 5-10 minutes.

Serve.

catfish fillets, butter, lemon juice, bacon, green bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, water, long-grain rice, diced pimentos, salt, pepper