Stuffed Pepper Soup

Serves 8 to 10

2 lbs. ground beef, browned and drained

8 c. water

28-oz. can diced tomatoes

28-oz. can tomato sauce

2 c. cooked rice

2 c. green peppers, chopped

2 cubes beef bouillon

1/4 c. brown sugar, packed

2 t. salt

1 t. pepper

Mix together all ingredients in a stockpot; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, or until green peppers are tender.

Save the water that vegetables have been cooked in...it makes a flavorful and nutritious addition to your next pot of soup.