Backbones And Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Put ribs, celery, onions, salt, pepper and water in a large covered pot and cook on high until it boils.
2. 2
   Cut heat to low; cover and simmer 2 to 3 hours until meat falls off the bones. Allow to cool enough to handle.
3. 3
   Remove the meat from the bones and put in another covered saucepan.
4. 4
   Add the rice and 4 1/2 cups of the stock with the celery and onions.
5. 5
   Taste stock for salt and add more to taste.
6. 6
   Cover and simmer on low heat until rice is done and liquid is absorbed.
7. 7
   Check from time to time and add a little more stock if rice is not done and all liquid has been absorbed.
8. 8
   Serves 6 to 8.