1/4 c. vegetable oil
1 med. onion, thinly sliced
1/2 med. green pepper, chopped
1/2 lb. ground beef
1 c. rice, uncooked
2 (8 oz.) cans tomato soup
1 1/2 c. hot water
1 tsp. salt
Dash pepper
1 tsp. prepared mustard (optional)

Heat vegetable oil in skillet. Add onion, green pepper, beef and rice. Stir over high heat until lightly browned. Add soup and remaining ingredients. Mix well. Bring quickly to a boil. Cover tightly and simmer 25 minutes. Makes 4 servings. Meat may be omitted. 1/2 cup grated cheese may be added if desired just before serving.