1 (46 oz.) can tomato juice
1 lb. ground beef or turkey, browned
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen chopped broccoli
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen green beans
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen peas
2 med. potatoes, peeled & cubed
1 clove minced garlic
2 carrots, scraped & sliced
1 med. onion, chopped
1 c. sliced mushrooms
1/2 c. uncooked quick oats
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can beef broth
3/4 c. water
2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. salt (opt.)
1/2 tsp. pepper

Combine all ingredients, slow cook for 45 minutes. Makes 4 quarts. Freezes well.