1 c. uncooked minute rice
1 lb. hamburger
1 egg slightly beaten
2 tsp. chopped onions
2 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. tomato juice
dash of pepper
1/2 tsp. sugar

Combine rice with beef, egg, onions, salt, pepper and 1/2 c. tomato juice. Mix lightly, shape into 18 balls, place in skillet, and brown. Add sugar to remaining tomato juice. Pour juice over meatballs in skillet. Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer. Cover 15 minutes, basting occasionally.