American Hamburger Soup

1 or 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
1 medium onion chopped
2 c. peeled, cubed potatoes
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
3/4 c. diced celery
2 tsp. minced parsley
1 tsp. sugar
2 c. canned tomatoes
2 Tbsp. minced green pepper
1 large bay leaf
1 small chopped garlic button
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 qt. (6 cups) water
1/2 tsp. allspice
3 1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. barley or rice
1/4 tsp. pepper

Directions:
1. Brown ground beef with chopped onions
2. Put browned meat and remaining ingredients into a large kettle. Bring to boil.
3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer gently for several hours.

Notes: This one takes a long time to cook, so you'll need to plan ahead. Makes at least 6-8 servings.