Sue'S Vegetable Beef Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Place raw vegetables in large micro-proof bowl.
2. 2
   Season with dash of onion salt, garlic powder and plenty of good fresh ground pepper.
3. 3
   Add 1/3 cup water.
4. 4
   Cover and microwave on High until just tender.
5. 5
   Crumble beef in a large pot over Medium-high heat. Sprinkle with chili powder until surface is well dusted.
6. 6
   Add onion and saute until meat is browned.
7. 7
   Add canned and fresh vegetables, including water and other vegetable broths.
8. 8
   Soup should appear thinner than you like to eat it.
9. 9
   Add seasonings to taste.
10. 10
    Bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat and simmer until either:
11. 11
    (a) the ball game is over, (b) the house is clean, (c) the Sunday crossword puzzle is complete (2 to 3 hours), stirring occasionally.