HEARTY HAMBURGER VEGETABLE SOUP !!

1. Brown the Ground Beef:
   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
2. Add Vegetables:
   • Add diced carrots, chopped celery, and chopped onion to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until vegetables start to soften.
3. Incorporate Potatoes and Tomatoes:
   • Add peeled and cut potatoes, tomato sauce, and crushed whole tomatoes to the pot. Stir to combine.
4. Include Remaining Vegetables:
   • Add undrained peas, drained and rinsed whole kernel corn, and drained and rinsed green beans to the pot.
5. Seasoning:
   • Season the soup with ground black pepper to taste, ground thyme, and the bay leaf. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
6. Simmer:
   • Add water as needed to achieve your desired soup consistency. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook until all the vegetables are tender.
7. Serve:
   • Discard the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the hearty hamburger soup into bowls and serve hot.

Enjoy the warmth and flavor of this delightful Hearty Hamburger Soup with your family!