3 lbs. beef chuck roast
1/2 c. regular rice
2 med. onions, chopped
2 c. celery, chopped
4 to 6 chopped carrots
4 bay leaves
2 c. tomatoes or tomato juice
4 med. potatoes, diced
2 qts. water
Salt and pepper

Trim meat and cut into pieces. Add onions, celery, and bay leaves, cook on medium heat for 1 hour. Add rice, carrots, potatoes and tomatoes. Cook 1 hour more. Extra water can be added as needed.