Fry 6 slices bacon. Remove from fat and crumble bacon. Add to bacon fat:

1/2 c. onion
1 1/2 lb. hamburger

Cook and drain. Add:

1 lb. canned tomatoes
1 can potato soup
1 can beef consomme
2 c. sliced carrots
1 c. sliced celery
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper

Simmer for 45 minutes. Stir occasionally. Blend 1/2 cup cornstarch with 2 cups water. Add to beef mixture and cook; stir until clear. Add bacon and 1/2 cup sherry.