This is a very traditional Uzbek soup which is warming and refreshing at the same time. Whenever I am tired from eating too much of the solid foods, I whip this beef and rice soup (also called “Mastava” in Uzbek) very easily. It doesn’t require much time and is a very good choice when you are under the weather. It is indeed a great comfort food! Mastava goes very easy on your stomach and tastes great with the addition of yogurt and fresh or dry herbs. My children eat it with delight.