Quick Beef Casserole

1/2 lb lean ground beef
1 C onion, chopped
1 C celery, chopped
1 C green pepper, cubed
3 1/2 C tomatoes, diced
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp paprika
1 C frozen peas
2 small carrots, diced
1 C uncooked rice
1 1/2 C water


1. In skillet, brown ground beef and drain off fat.
2. Add rest of ingredients. Mix well. Cover and cook over medium heat until boiling. Reduce to low heat and simmer for 35 minutes. Serve hot.

Yield: 8 servings
Serving size: 11/3 cups
Each serving provides:
Calories: 201
Total fat: 5 g
Saturated fat: 2 g
Cholesterol: 16 mg
Sodium: 164 mg
Total fiber: 3 g
Protein: 9 g
Carbohydrates: 31 g
Potassium: 449 mg