Preparation:
in a 5 or 6 quart pot -- bring water, tomato juice, rice, celery, carrots -- onions and garlic to a boil. cover, reduce het and simmer 30 minutes. Check occasionally to make sure there is enough liquid and add as needed since rice absorbs liquid as it cooks. Add remaining ingredients and simmer 25 minutes more or until rice is tender. Makes 10-12 servings.
Variations: For a one-pot dinner -- add 2 cup leftover cubed chicken and reduce rice to 1/3 cup. Soup is also good cold. |