Mexicali Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. chopped onion
2 cloves of garlic
1 lb. lean ground beef
2 Tbsp. olive or vegetable oil
2 cans (14 1/2 oz. each) beef broth
1 3/4 c. water (may need to add more)
1 can (17 oz.) can corn
1 can (16 oz.) tomatoes, crushed & pureed
3/4 c. sliced zucchini
1/2 c. sliced celery
1/2 tsp. oregano leaves
1 box Farmhouse Mexican Rice
1 c. cheddar cheese

Preparation

Saute onion and garlic in oil till tender.
Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Drain.
Add broth, water, corn, tomatoes, zucchini, celery and oregano.
Bring to a boil.
Add rice and flavor packet.
Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Serve and sprinkle with cheese.