1 lb. lean ground beef
1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. black pepper
Water as directed
2 med. tomatoes, cut into thin wedges
1 med. onion, cut into thin wedges
Dash cayenne pepper
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. salt (or more to taste)

With hands, mix ground beef, seasoned salt, garlic powder and pepper, blending well. Shape into meatballs about 3/4 inch in diameter. Set aside.

Place tomatoes, onions, cayenne, chili powder and salt in a large pot with 2 cups of water. Bring to a rolling boil over medium heat. Cook for 15 minutes. Add 4 cups of water and bring back to rolling boil.

Drop meatballs one at a time into pot. When boiling resumes, turn heat to low and place lid on pot. Simmer for 30-40 minutes. Serve with toasted tortillas or corn chips. Serves 4 to 6.