Hamburg Chowder (Hamburger Chowder)

Ingredients

• 1 lb extra lean ground beef, browned in
• 1 tablespoon butter, then drained
• 5 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed (I don't peel them)
• 5 medium onions, sliced thin (saute style)
• 1 quart diced tomato
• 1 pinch baking soda
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1 quart water, heated to a boil