Spanish Rice

1. 1

   Cook garlic and celery in hot oil in a large kettle until tender.

2. 2

   Drain tomatoes, reserving juice.

3. 3

   Add enough hot water to tomato juice to equal 2 cups.

4. 4

   Combine tomatoes, tomato juice, tomato paste, rice, salt, bay leaf and red pepper.

5. 5

   Add to garlic and celery mixture; stir well.

6. 6

   Bring to a boil.

7. 7

   Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove bay leaf.

9. 9

   Cook ground beef and green pepper until beef is browned; drain.

10. 10

    Stir in chili powder, sugar and beef broth.

11. 11

    Combine rice and meat mixture. Place in a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.

12. 12

    Bake at 350u00b0 for 35 minutes.

13. 13

    Yields 8 to 10 servings.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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