Taco Soup

I got this recipe from my cooking class in high school and it's still one of my favorites.

• Ready In: 1 hr 15 mins
• Serves: 3-4

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 cup  finely chopped celery
• 1⁄2 large onion, chopped
• 400  ml canned tomatoes, undrained
• 200  ml kidney beans, drained
• 100  ml tomato sauce
•  taco seasoning
• 1 1⁄2 cups water
• 6  tablespoons  grated cheddar cheese
•  taco chips, to accompany soup

Directions

1. Brown ground beef in skillet and drain fat.
2. Place browned meat in saucepan.
3. Cook celery in skillet with onions overlow heat until soft.
4. Add celery and onions to saucepan along with the remaining ingredients except the cheese and chips.
5. Simmer uncovered 30-45 minutes.
6. Ladle into bowls and top with cheese and chips.