1 green pepper, chopped
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 c. diced zucchini
1 c. sliced celery
1 c. sliced carrots
1 c. frozen green beans
28 oz. crushed tomatoes
1/2 lb. browned Italian sausage
1/4 tsp. black pepper
2 bouillon cubes
10 oz. tomato juice
6 c. water
1 tsp. basil
1 tbsp. parsley
1/2 c. alphabet noodles

Mix all ingredients except noodles in a soup kettle. Bring to a bubble and let simmer 1/2 hour. Add the alphabet noodles and continue simmering for an additional 1/2 hour.