1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 med. onion, sliced
1 (16 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
2 beef-flavor bouillon cubes
7 c. water
1/2 c. reg. rice
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 (16 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables (broccoli, carrots, cauliflower)

In a 5 quart Dutch oven, cook beef and onion until all pan juices evaporate and meat is well browned; stirring frequently. Add stewed tomatoes and next six ingredients. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add frozen mixed vegetables, cover high heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 10 minutes or longer until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Serves 6 large bowls.