Harvest Soup

 

 



Prep : 10 minutes    Cook :   25 minutes     Makes 6  servings

 

 

1           pound lean ground beef

3/4        cup chopped onion

2           garlic cloves , minced

3-1/2     cups water

2-1/4     cups chopped peeled sweet potatoes

1            cup  cup chopped peeled acorn squash

2            teaspoons beef bouillon granules

2            bay leaves

1/2         teaspoon chili powder

1/2         teaspoon pepper

1/8         teaspoon ground allspice

1/8         teaspoon ground cloves

1            can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes  , undrained

 

 

1 .     In a large saucepan , cook the beef , onion and garlic  over medium heat  until meat is no longer pink ; drain  well . Add the water  , potatoes  , squash , bouillon  , bay leaves  , chili powder , pepper  , allspice and cloves . Bring to a boil  . Reduce heat  ; cover  and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes  or until vegetables  are tender .

2 .      Add the tomatoes  . Cook  and stir  until heated through . Discard bay leaves .

 

 

Loaded  with ground beef  and veggies  , this simple  soup makes  a great family  meal  on  a busy night  . Substitute  any of the vegetables  with those that better  suit  your family's taste .