1. Heat cooking oil over medium heat in large saucepan and add ground Beef. 2. Scramble fry until browned and crumbly. You can drain the hamburger and add back to pot, that is up to you. 3. Add remaining ingredients and stir, bringing to a boil. 4. Cover and boil slowly, turning down heat as needed. 5. Simmer about 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender but not too soft. 6. Serve with crackers, rolls or sandwiches.