Spanish Rice

Directions

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 350° for 35 minutes.
13. 13
    Yields 8 to 10 servings.