1 lb ground beef

5 cups water

3 medium carrots, sliced

2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed

1 medium onion, chopped

1/2 cup chopped celery

5 tsp "Better than Bouillon" beef

1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)

1/2 tsp pepper

3/4 tsp dried oregano

1 cup fresh or frozen green beans or peas

In a large saucepan, brown the beef

Add all other ingredients except beans (or peas) and bring to a boil

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes and carrots are almost tender

Add green beans/peas and simmer, covered, for another 15 minutes