2 (12 oz.) cans V-8 juice cocktail
2 c. water
1 lb. sauerkraut, finely chopped
1 med. onion, chopped
2 or 3 sm. carrots, sliced
1/2 c. chopped celery
2 tbsp. instant beef or chicken bouillon

Heat all ingredients to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 1 hour. Makes 8 servings, 1 cup each (45 calories each).