Pacific Salmon Paella

Thaw fish, if frozen. Rinse fish and pat dry with paper towels; set aside. Cut fish into 1-inch pieces; set aside. In a large deep skillet or paella pan cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels, reserving drippings in skillet. Crumble bacon; set aside.

Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic to the reserved drippings in skillet. Cook about 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in broth, rice, and thyme. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.

Sprinkle salmon with pepper; toss gently to coat. Place fish and asparagus on top of rice mixture. Simmer, covered, for 10 to 12 minutes or until salmon flakes easily when tested with a fork and asparagus is crisp-tender. Sprinkle with tomato and crumbled bacon.