When I was little and all growing up, whenever I was down in the dumps or kinda stressed out my mom would make this for me and it would make me feel better. It was also heavenly on cold, winter nights for dinner. I guess this is the "comfort" food she passed down to me.

First off - the rice: Cook 1 C. rice in a little butter in a pan until starting to get clear. Add 2 C. liquid (usually broth, but use whatever you have or sounds good) and some salt. Cover. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer 20 min.

Then, she would brown 1 lb. of hamburger in a large skillet along with chopped onions (I'm guessing 1 small) and minced garlic (3 - 4 cloves). Halfway through the browning, she would add some sliced celery (maybe 2 stalks). When browned, drain the fat. Add 2 cans of red kidney beans, UN-drained. It should be fairly soupy, if not, add a little water or broth, or even some red wine. Add salt and pepper. Cover. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and let simmer 10 - 20 minutes.

Serve in a bowl the rice with the beef and bean mixture over the top.

Okay, gotta go home and make some for myself now!