1c.sliced or diced celery,depends on your personal preference
1/2 c. instant rice
32oz.diced or crushed tomatoes,depends on your personal preference
4c.water
1/2tsp.basil
1/4tsp.thyme
1bay leaf
salt to taste
Instructions
Chop up ground beef and brown with onion, drain.
Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 1 ½ hours on stovetop. If using a CrockPot, cook all day or about 8 hours on high. If using an InstantPot, set on high pressure for 1 hour.