Potato-Rice Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 Tbsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. minced garlic
4 c. chicken broth
2 c. water
grated Parmesan cheese
ground beef (may be added)
1 c. raw rice
1 medium potato, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 Tbsp. parsley flakes

Preparation

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
Add garlic and cook until golden brown, stirring 2 or 3 times.
Add remaining ingredients, except cheese, and bring to a boil.
Cover and simmer 40 to 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice and potato are tender.
Serve immediately with cheese sprinkled on top in bowl.