1 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 large cans stewed tomatoes
2 cans (10 1/2 oz.) beef broth (undiluted)
1 large can mixed vegetables, drained
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. celery seed
1 c. medium egg noodles (uncooked)
1 tsp. dried oregano (optional)

In a Dutch oven, brown beef and onion; drain. Add tomatoes, beef broth, mixed veggies, salt, black pepper, sugar, celery seed and oregano, if using. Let mixture come to a boil; add noodles. Reduce heat and cover. Let cook on medium-low for 15 minutes, until egg noodles are tender.