Arroz con Gandules

1. In a skillet, cook the bacon, then remove and cut into small pieces.

2. In the same skillet, cook onion and pepper over medium heat until light brown, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and adobo and cook for 1 minute. Add ham and cook 1 minute. Add tomato paste and cook 2 minutes. Add chicken broth and bring to boil.

3. Stir in rice and salt to taste. Reduce to a simmer and cook until most liquid is absorbed. Fold in pigeon peas, cover, and cook over low heat until rice is cooked through and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.