Cajun Rice

Ingredients

• 1/4 c. oil
• 1 1/2 c. raw rice
• 1 1/2 lb. ground beef
• 1 large chopped onion
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• 3 pieces celery, chopped
• 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 bay leaf, crushed
• 1/4 c. parsley, chopped
• 1/4 c. green onions
• 3 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. red pepper
• 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can whole tomatoes
• 1 (6 oz.) can Italian tomato paste
• 1 c. water