1/2 c. chopped onion
2 cloves of garlic
1 lb. lean ground beef
2 tbsp. olive or vegetable oil
2 cans (14 1/2 oz. each) beef broth
1 3/4 c. water (may need to add more)
1 can (17 oz.) can corn
1 can (16 oz.) tomatoes, crushed & pureed
3/4 c. sliced zucchini
1/2 c. sliced celery
1/2 tsp. oregano leaves
1 box Farmhouse Mexican Rice
1 c. cheddar cheese

Sauté onion and garlic in oil till tender. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain. Add broth, water, corn, tomatoes, zucchini, celery and oregano. Bring to a boil. Add rice and flavor packet. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Serve and sprinkle with cheese.