1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
9 c. water
9 beef bouillon cubes
3 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce
1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/4 plus 1/8 tsp. cumin
4 tbsp. converted rice
1 1/2 c. onion, chopped
1/4 plus 1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1 sm. can carrots, drained
1 sm. head green cabbage (optional)

Form ground beef into meatballs. Place remaining ingredients in 6 quart soup pot. Heat to boiling. Add meatballs. Boil gently uncovered for 30 to 60 minutes.