Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
  • 2 cups sliced celery
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 4 cup water
  • 2 medium red potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 cups frozen corn
  • 1-1/2 cups uncooked small shell pasta
  • 4 pickled jalapeno slices, chopped
  • 4 cups V8 juice
  • 2 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons sugar

Method

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, celery and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the water, potatoes, corn, pasta and jalapeno.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until pasta is tender. Add the remaining ingredients; cook and stir until heated through.