Hamburger Soup

Prep Time: 10 min   Cook Time:  6-8 hours   Makes: 4-6

 Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef, browned and drained

28 oz can crushed tomatoes  

1 cup potatoes, peeled and diced

1 cup carrots, peeled and chopped

1 cup onion, sliced

1 cup celery, sliced

4 cups hot water

1 Tbsp. salt

1/2 tsp. pepper

1/2 tsp. dried basil

1/2 tsp. dried thyme

1 bay leaf, crumbled

Directions: 

Mix together all ingredients in a slow cooker.  Heat on low setting for 6-8 hours or until vegetables are tender.

Source: Gooseberry Patch "One Pot Meals"