1 lb. ground beef
1 (8 oz.) pkg. chicken livers or 2 slices beef liver (optional)
1 lg. onion
2 cloves garlic, ground
2 stalks celery
1 green pepper
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
2 to 3 bay leaves
10 to 12 oz. fresh or frozen oysters
2 c. rice
4 c. water

Grind onion, garlic, celery, and green pepper with chicken or beef liver. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix in whole bay leaves; combine all with ground beef. Lightly oil skillet and bring to medium heat (not hot). Cook meat mixture slowly until meat is well cooked, stirring occasionally (it may be necessary to add a little water). Grind oysters and place in separate bowl. Place rice, water, and 1 teaspoon salt in saucepan and bring to boil. Simmer, covered, until water is boiled out and rice grains separate (about 30 minutes). Combine thoroughly. Stuff bird and bake as directed for roasted chicken.

As a casserole side dish - great with all game or rich meats. Pack into lightly greased crock pot. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.