SPANISH RICE

1 1/2 cups raw long grain rice

1/2 cup butter (or olive oil)
1 1/2 cups tomato juice
1 1/2 cups water
1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 lb ground beef, fried, crumbled, and well drained

Saute raw rice in the butter or oil until golden brown.  Put the rice into the crockpot or slow cooker with the remaining ingredients.  Stir well to blend.  Place lid on cooker and cook on low setting for 4 to 6 hours or on high setting 2 to 3 hours.

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