Oxtail Soup

Directions

1. 1
   1. In a large saucepan, combine beef oxtails and beef broth. Bring to boiling.
2. 2
   Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 2 to 3 hours or until very tender.
3. 3
   Remove bones from broth and set aside until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bones and coarsely chop. Discard bones.
4. 4
   Cover broth and meat separately and chill overnight.
5. 5
   2. Lift fat from broth. Add enough water to broth to measure 5 cups.
6. 6
   In a large saucepan bring broth mixture to boiling. Stir in onion, celery, carrot, and rice.
7. 7
   Return to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 20 minutes or until vegetables and rice are tender. (*if using brown rice, add approx. 20-25 minutes to simmer time)
8. 8
   Stir in undrained tomatoes and meat. Heat through. Season to taste with salt and pepper.