Spanish Rice

1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 medium clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
4 cups cocktail vegetable juice
1 cup raw (uncooked) regular rice
1 teaspoon salt

Brown beef in skillet. Add onion, pepper, garlic and chili powder. Cook until onion and pepper are tender, use shortening if necessary. Stir to separate meat. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to boil. Cover. Cook over low heat 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally.