Country Sloppy Joes

1 packet onion soup mix- 1 Tablespoon bulk
2 Tablespoons firmly packed brown sugar
1 ½ pounds ground beef or 2 cans beef chunks or 2 cans ground beef
1 cup water
1 cup ketchup

In large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat.
Drain grease.
Stir in remaining ingredients.
Bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, 8 minutes or until mixture thickens.
Serve on buns.
Makes 6 servings.