Baby Porcupines

1/2 cup rice uncooked
1 pound lean ground beef
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped green bell pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 clove garlic minced
2 cups tomato juice
4 whole cloves
1/2 teaspoon oregano
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

In a large mixing bowl, combine rice, ground beef, onion, bell pepper, salt, and garlic; mix well. Form into 1-1/2 inch balls.

In a large skillet, combine tomato juice, cloves, oregano, and Worcestershire sauce; heat to a simmer. Add meat balls. Cover and simmer for 50 minutes.

Remove cloves before serving. (serves 6)