PARAGUAYAN BEEF SOUP 
1 lb. lean sirloin, finely ground
1 onion, chopped fine
1 sm. "poblano" chili
1 tbsp. olive oil
1/4 c. raw rice
1/2 tsp. oregano
1 tbsp. chopped parsley

Combine meat and 2 cups cold water, mix thoroughly. Saute onion and chili in oil. Add meat, rice and oregano. Cook over medium heat stirring constantly until rice is cooked; about 15 minutes. Do not allow it to actually boil. Add more water if necessary. Add parsley and salt to taste. Serve with "Sopa Paraguaya"; the traditional accompaniment. Serves 4.

 

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