Ingredients

  • 2 lb. ground beef
  • 3 cans Campbell's tomato soup
  • 6 cans water
  • 1 bunch celery, chopped
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • 1 large can whole tomatoes
  • 1 small box elbow macaroni
  • spices to taste: chili powder, bay leaves, oregano, cumin and hot dried pepper flakes

Method

  • In a large soup/stock pot brown ground beef and drain fat; set aside.
  • Saute onions and celery. Add beef and stir.
  • Add all other ingredients except macaroni.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • During last 1/2 hour add macaroni; stir occasionally.