1 1/2 lbs. hamburger
4 carrots, chopped fine
1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1 med. onion, chopped fine
2 c. water
3 cans beef consomme
1 can tomato soup
3 sticks celery, chopped fine
Parsley to taste
1/2 tsp. thyme
Pepper to taste
5 tbsp. barley or 8 tbsp. rice

Brown meat and onions. Drain well. Combine all ingredients in large pot. Cover and simmer for 2 hours or all day. Serves 10.