1-1/2 lb. ground beef
2 large onions, diced
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1/2 large green pepper, diced
3 stalks celery, diced
1 tbsp. dried parsley (or 1/4 c. fresh)
1 tbsp. soy sauce
3/4 tsp. pepper
1 large can (46 oz.) tomato juice
2 c. water
1 large potato, peeled and diced
2 c. coarsely cut cabbage
1 can (15 oz.) kidney beans
1 pkg. (20 oz.) frozen mixed vegetables
1 tbsp. Italian spices

Sauté beef in large 8-quart pot. Add onion and garlic. Drain off fat. Add all ingredients in order listed. Bring to a boil. Reduce to low heat and let simmer about 1/2 hour. Stir frequently. Good served with corn muffins.

Note: If using a food processor, use slice, not shredder, or vegetables will sink to bottom.