Instructions

1 1/2 cups long grain rice

1/2 cup olive oil or butter

1 1/2 cups tomato juice

1 1/2 cups water

1/2 medium onion, diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1 pound ground beef, browned and drained

Saute rice in olive oil or butter until golden brown. Place in slow cooker with remaining ingredients and stir well. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours or on high for 2 to 3 hours. You may also bake this in a casserole at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to 1 hour.