Easy Veggie Beef Soup

by Elma
(Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)

This soup is great. With a pound of hamburger and standard pantry ingredients, you can have a tasty, healthy dinner on the table in very little time.

Ingredients:
* 1 pound ground beef
* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 1 large can diced tomatoes (28 ounces)
* 1 pkg mixed frozen veggies (16 ounces)
* 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (16 ounces)
* 1 can beef broth (14 ounces)
* 1 envelope taco seasonings
* 1 garlic clove, minced

Directions:

* Brown ground beef, and drain.
* In large saucepan combine all ingredients.
* Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer 10 minutes.
* Sprinkle with shredded cheese (optional)
* Serves 6-8.