Beefy Spanish Rice

2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup uncooked converted white rice
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 lbs ground beef
1 can corn
1-6oz can tomato sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 cup water
salt and pepper
garlic powder

In a large saucepan over medium heat, heat oil. Add the rice, onion and bell pepper and saute for 5 minutes or until onions are tender. Add the ground beef and saute until browned. Drain excess oil and fat. Add the corn, tomato sauce, ketchup and water. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked, stirring occasionally. Season with salt, pepper and garlic.