Hamburger Soup

I made this soup for supper and it is certain it will go into my make again folder. It seemed so simple but the reviews were really good so I thought I would give it a try. I did use 2 pounds of hamburger because I live with a guy who likes meat. He ate two bowls and did not pick through the pot picking out things he doesn't like. I do think I would change the name to 10 below soup or something like that . Hamburger soup is too plain for something that tasted that good.
Barb

Hamburger Soup

Rated: Submitted By: Sandra Koch Photo By: Dmseck Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes Ready In: 1 Hour Servings: 10

"'I can't wait for chilly weather just so I can make this hearty soup!' notes Sandra Koch from Elyria, Ohio. 'I came across the recipe a few years ago, and my family fell in love with it. 'You'll love it, too...it's priced at a mere 68 cents a bowl."

INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 pounds ground beef 2 cups diced onion (optional) 1 cup diced carrots 1 cup diced celery 3 garlic cloves, minced 3 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth

1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 1/4 cup stick margarine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

DIRECTIONS:

1.	In a large saucepan or soup kettle, cook the beef, onions, carrots, celery and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain. Stir in broth, tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
2.	In another saucepan, melt margarine over medium-low heat. Stir in flour until smooth. cook and stir for 6-8 minutes or until mixture turns golden brown. Carefully stir into soup. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

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