SPANISH RICE AND MEATBALLS

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Clipped from a magazine years ago. This recipe is so good my brother asked for a copy. Very unusual.

Provided by Barb in WNY

Categories     Meat

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 slices turkey bacon
1 lb ground beef
1 egg
1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup rice, uncooked
16 ounces tomatoes
1 cup water

Steps:

  • Sauté bacon until crisp in a large frying pan; remove and drain on paper towels.
  • Mix ground beef lightly with egg, breadcrumbs, and 1 teaspoon salt until well blended; shape into 16 small balls.
  • Brown in bacon drippings in he same pan; push to one side.
  • Stir onion, celery, green pepper, and chili powder into pan; sauté until vegetables are soft.
  • Stir in rice, tomatoes, water and remaining salt; heat to boiling, stirring lightly to mix; cover.
  • Simmer, adding more water if mixture seems dry, about 45 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Garnish with saved bacon.

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