Savory Hamburger Soup

Directions

In a 1-quart casserole micro-cook sliced carrot and chopped onion, and 1 tablespoon water, covered, on 100% power for 2 minutes.

Stir the ground beef into the partially cooked vegetables.

Micro-cook, uncovered, on 100% power for 3 minutes, stirring once to break up the meat.

Drain off the fat.

Stir in tomato sauce, ½ cup water, dry red wine, sugar, salt, garlic powder and pepper.

Micro-cook, uncovered, on 100% power for 4 to 5 minutes more or until mixture is heated through and vegetables are tender.

Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and serve.