10 med. mushrooms, or 1 (4 oz.) can mushrooms
1 lg. onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes (plain or Italian seasoned)
1/2 med. green pepper, chopped
1 c. chopped carrots
1 c. chopped celery
1 c. any vegetables you have on hand (corn, beans, etc.)
1 tsp. salt to taste
1 tsp. thyme
1 tsp. basil
1 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. black pepper

Add all ingredients to a large soup kettle and cook uncovered on low heat until the entire house smells fabulous. If the stew turns out a bit watery for your taste, add tomato sauce or paste while its cooking down. This stew works well as spaghetti sauce, also.