1 lb. ground beef
1 c. diced onion
1 c. cubed potatoes
1 c. sliced carrots
1/2 c. diced celery
1 c. shredded cabbage
2 c. cooked tomatoes
1 1/2 qt. water
1/4 c. rice
1 sm. bay leaf
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 leaf basil
4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. shredded cheddar cheese

Brown meat and onion. Add potatoes, celery, cabbage, tomatoes and water. Boil. Add rice and remaining ingredients. Simmer 1 hour or more. Add cheese when servings. (Grated cheese may be used.)