1/2 pound lean ground beef (7% or less fat)
1 cup onion, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 cup green pepper, cubed
3 1/2 cups tomatoes, diced
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. paprika
1 cup frozen peas
2 small carrots, diced
1 cup uncooked rice
1 1/2 cups water

In a skillet, brown the ground beef and drain off the fat. Add the rest of the ingredients. Mix well. Cook over medium heat and cover skillet until boiling. Reduce to low heat and simmer for 35 minutes. Serve hot.