2 lbs. ground beef
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. seasoned salt
1 env. onion soup mix
8 c. water (3 c. if crock pot is used)
8 oz. can tomato sauce
1 tbsp. soy sauce or steak sauce
1 pkg. (sm. or lg., depending on taste) mixed vegetables
1 c. elbow, Ditallini or Orzo pasta (uncooked)

Brown hamburger and drain. Add remaining ingredients except pasta. Bring to a boil; then simmer, stirring occasionally. Add pasta just before serving. If crock pot/slow cooker is used, do not brown hamburger first. Seasonings may need to be adjusted to suit own taste.