1/2 c. uncooked rice
1 lb. ground beef
3/4 c. chopped onion
1 tbsp. butter
2 1/4 c. water
1 beef bouillon cube
1/4 c. tomato paste
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 lb. Cheddar cheese, shredded

Brown ground beef and onion in butter, stirring to break meat apart. Stir in rice, water, bouillon cube and tomato paste. Add seasonings. Heat to boiling stirring well; cover. Lower heat and simmer for about 25 minutes. Add cheese and toss lightly. Serve at once. Serves 6.