Carrot Chowder by Granny

1 lb ground beef
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup diced green pepper
4 cups tomato juice
1 1/2 cups water
2 cans cream of celery soup
2 1/2 cups grated carrots
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp garlic salt or 3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp ground marjoram
8-10 slices processed swiss cheese

In large soup pot, brown beef & drain fat. Add salt, celery, onion & green pepper. Cvoer and simmer over low heat about 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add remaining ingredients excpet cheese. Heat & simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. To serve, place a slice of cheese in each soup bowl before spooning in soup.
Server 8-10.