Jambalaya (aka Complete Meal)

This is not the usual Jambalaya recipe. It's perfect for those left-overs. My son called it a complete meal the first time I prepared it years ago as it has vegetables, meat and rice. This recipe is from Vicky Veloso-Barrera.

2 slices bacon, cut into 1/2" pieces
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 onion, chopped
1 cup chopped assorted green vegetables (celery, leeks, green pepper)
1-1/2 cups cooked leftover meat (chicken, beef, pork, fish), cut into bite-sized pieces
1-1/2 cups chopped tomatoes or 1 cup tomato sauce or 1/2 cup tomato paste mixed with 1/2 cup water
2 cups cooked rice
Salt and pepper

Brown the bacon in a large heavy saucepan over medium heat. When the bacon begins to render its fat, add the crushed garlic and cook until light brown. Add the onion and assorted green vegetables; cook for a few minutes or until soft. Add the cooked meat and tomatoes and combine well. Add the rice and mix well. If the mixture looks dry, add a few tablespoons of chicken stock, tomato sauce or water. When the rice has been completely heated through, season with salt and pepper.