1/4 lb. bacon, diced
2 c. cooked ham or beef, diced
1 can (10 1/2 oz.) condensed beef broth
2 c. water
Dash sugar
1 can (17 oz.) whole kernel corn
1 can (28 oz.) tomatoes
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 c. precooked rice
1 tbsp. finely chopped parsley
Lg. heavy saucepan

Fry bacon until crisp; drain and keep 2 tablespoons of drippings. Saute ham or beef in drippings until slightly browned. Add bacon and remaining ingredients except rice and parsley. Bring to a boil. Add rice, cover; remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes. Add parsley just before serving. If soup becomes too thick add a little water.