Recipe for one batch: In a large kettle, brown 1-1/2# hamburger; drain and return to kettle. Add 8 cups water, 1-1/4 cup soup mix, one 15 oz. can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 cup ketchup, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, and 1/3 cup finely diced dill pickle. Simmer for 45 - 60 minutes. May also crock pot on LOW 6-7 hours  Optional: for a richer cheese flavor, add 1 cup cubed Velveeta during cooking OR garnish with shredded cheese.