1 lb. ground beef
2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 med. carrots, chopped
1 c. chopped potatoes
1 c. chopped cabbage
1 med. onion, chopped
1 rib celery, chopped
1 bay leaf
3 c. water
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, undrained & cut up

In Dutch oven, lightly brown ground beef; drain. Stir in remaining ingredients. Simmer covered, 20 to 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. 5 (1 1/2 cup) servings.