posted by Verla 09-15-102 10:54 AM 
 
Hamburger Soup 
1 lb. hamburger, lean 
1 large can tomatoes 
1 c. chopped carrots 
1 c. diced potatoes 
1 chopped onion (large or medium) 
2 or 3 ribs celery, chopped 
1 bay leaf 
salt and pepper to taste 
pinch of basil 
2 or 3 beef bouillon cubes 
Brown hamburger and onion, draining off excess fat. Add the tomatoes and a can of water or more if desired. Then add rest of ingredients and simmer about an hour. 
Creamy Hamburger Soup: 
  
1/3 c. flour 
2 c. milk 
Mix together flour and milk.  Slowly stir into soup. Mix well and simmer for about 10 minutes.