Step 1

Brown ground beef.

Step 2

Chop vegetables.

Step 3

Place cooked beef, vegetables, and other ingredients in a large resealable freezer bag. Be sure to add the beef broth last and hold the bag securely or have someone else hold the bag for this step so that it doesn't spill.

Step 4

Thaw.

Step 5

Heat in a large pot on stovetop over medium heat. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for an hour.

Step 6

Thaw.

Step 7

Cook in the slow cooker on low for 3-5 hours.