Porcupine Meatballs

This was one of our favorites growing up.

1 can (10 ½ oz) condensed tomato soup

1 lb. ground beef

¼ cup uncooked rice or 1 cup cooked rice (I suggest using cooked instead of uncooked; it's really bad if it's still crunchy...)

1 egg, slightly beaten

¼ cup minced onion

2 T. minced parsley

1 t. salt

1 small clove garlic, minced

2 T. shortening

1 cup water

Mix ¼ cup soup with beef, rice, egg, onion, parsley, and salt. Shape into balls. Brown meatballs and garlic in shortening in skillet; blend in remaining soup and water. Cover; simmer 40 minutes or until rice is tender; stir often.