1 lb. ground beef
3/4 c. chopped onions
1 tbsp. butter or meat drippings
1/2 c. uncooked Riceland Rice
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, cubed

Brown meat and onions in fat, stirring to break meat apart. Stir in rice, water, bouillon cube and tomato paste. Add seasonings. Heat to boiling; stir well; cover. Lower heat and simmer for 25 minutes. Add cheese cubes and toss lightly. Serve immediately. Makes 6 servings.