Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1 1/2 to 2 lbs of ground beef
  • 1 onion (chopped finely)
  • 1 (28 ounce) can of diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 (10 ounce) cans of consomme
  • 1 (5 ounce) can of tomato paste
  • 5 carrots (chopped finely)
  • 4 celery sticks (chopped finely)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instruction

  • In skillet, brown the ground beef and onions, then drain any excess grease and moisture.
  • In a large pot, combine all of the ingredients, including the cooked ground beef. Bring to a light boil.
  • Simmer in a covered pot for at least 1 1/2 to 2 hours, making sure to stir it occasionally.
  • Remove the bay leaf before serving.