Ingredients:
1 lb 95% lean ground beef
1 quart water
48 ounces tomato juice
1 cup dry lentils
2 cups chopped cabbage
1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup sliced celery
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped green peppers
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 bay leaves
Directions:
Brown beef and drain.
Add all ingredients into a large stock pot.
Bring to boil.
Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hr or until lentils and vegetables are tender.
Remove bay leaf before serving.
Servings: 6
Time preparation: 30 min.
Time total: 90 min.