1 lb. ground beef
1 egg, beaten
1 box Rice-A-Roni, beef or chicken flavor
2 tbsp. butter
2 c. hot water

Combine ground beef, egg, and rice-vermicelli mix. Shape into small meatballs (approximately 30). Brown on all sides in butter, in skillet. Combine contents of seasoning packet with hot water. Pour over meatballs. Cover and simmer until done - about 30 minutes. Other seasonings may be added to meatballs.