4 tbsp. oil
1 minced onion
1 clove minced garlic
3 qt. chicken broth
1/4 c. tomato sauce
2 lg. sliced carrots
1 lb. fresh peas
1/2 lb. string beans
2 diced potatoes
1 diced chayote squash

Saute onion and garlic together. Add broth and tomato sauce, bring to a boil and add vegetables.

Meatballs:

1/2 lb. ground beef
1/2 lb. ground pork
1 egg
1/4 c. chopped parsley
10 chopped mint leaves
3 tbsp. raw rice

Mix ground pork and ground beef with egg, parsley, mint and rice. Form into small balls and drop into boiling soup. Cover tightly and let simmer for 1/2 hour. Delicious!