1/4 c. uncooked rice
1 can tomato soup
1 lb. ground beef
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/4 c. minced onion
2 tbsp. minced parsley
1 tsp. salt
1 sm. clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp. shortening
1 c. water

Mix 1/4 cup soup with meat, rice, egg, onion, parsley, and salt.

Shape into balls and brown with garlic in shortening.

Blend in remaining soup and water.

Cover and simmer 40 minutes; stir often.