Hamburger-Soup

Serves 10

  • 1 lb. lean ground beef ( 95% lean)
  • 2  c. chopped celery
  • 1 c. chopped onion
  • 2 tsp. minced garlic
  • 4 c. hot water
  • 2 medium potatoes, cubed
  • 2 c. frozen corn
  • 1-½ c. uncooked small pasta shells
  • 28 oz. can diced tomatoes
  • 4 c. tomato juice
  • salt and pepper to taste

Brown beef with celery and onion until meat is no longer pink. Drain. Add garlic, water, potatoes, corn and pasta. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to simmer for 15 minutes or until pasta is done. Add remaining ingredients and heat through.