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Grab a spoon to eat this quick and easy hearty meal. Have lots of bread ready for sopping up the savory juice.

Savory Hamburger Soup

1 carrot, peeled and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 tablespoon water
1/2 pound lean ground beef
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup water
2 tablespoons red wine
1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese

1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine carrot, onion and first listed amount of water; cover and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes. Stir in ground beef. Microwave uncovered on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring occassionally to break up the meat. Drain off the fat; stir in tomato sauce, remaining water, red wine, sugar, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Microwave uncovered on HIGH for 4-5 minutes, or until mixture is thoroughly heated and vegetables are tender. Remove from microwave and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top. Serve immediately.

Makes 3 servings.