1 lb. ground beef
1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes in puree
1 (10 1/2 oz.) can condensed French onion soup
1 (9 oz.) pkg. frozen green beans or 1 can
1 (9 oz.) pkg. fresh cheese tortellini
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1 med. size zucchini (chopped, optional)
Salt & pepper to taste

Over high heat cook ground beef, stirring frequently, cook until well browned. Spoon off any excess fat. Add tomatoes with puree, undiluted French onion soup, green beans, tortellini, basil and 3 1/2 cups water, over high heat. Heat until boiling. Reduce heat, cover and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add zucchini, if desired, cook uncovered until zucchini and tortellini are tender (about 10 minutes).