2 lb. ground meat
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. basil
1/4 tsp. seasoned salt
8 oz. tomato sauce
1 tbsp. soy sauce
1 pkg. onion soup mix
6 c. water
1 c. carrots, diced
1 c. celery, diced
1 c. celery leaves
1 c. cooked elbow macaroni (optional)

Brown meat and drain off fat. Add everything but vegetables and water. Stir well. Add water. Simmer 1 hour. Add vegetables and simmer 1 hour. Freezes well.