Family-Favorite Soup

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Ingredients

• 5 1/2 cups water, divided
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1 cup cubed potatoes
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted
• 1/2 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
• 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
• 1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine 2 cups water, onion, carrots, potatoes, celery, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients; cover and simmer 30 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender.