1 lb. ground beef, browned
2 lg. diced onions
2 lg. diced potatoes
3 lg. diced carrots
2 sliced stalks of celery
1/4 head cabbage, shredded
1 lg. can of crushed tomatoes
1 1/2 qts. water
1 can beef bouillon
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. basil
1 bay leaf
3 tsp. salt
Pepper to taste

Combine all ingredients in large pot; bring to a boil. Add 1/4 cup rice and simmer for 2 hours. Serve with 1/4 pound shredded sharp cheese.