1 potato (2 if needed)
2 celery sticks
3 carrots
1/2 an onion
1 can kidney beans (optional)
2 bullion cubes
1/2 stick butter
2 zucchini/squash
3 cups vegetable juice
2 cups water
1 bell pepper
pasta (optional)
stewing beef (optional)

Cut the potato (s) and zucchini into medium chunks. Cut the carrots into small circles. Cut the bell peppers and celery into tiny pieces. Put all the veggies and liquid in. Bring to a boil.

Simmer on low for 30 minutes.

Turn off the burner. Add the butter, meat and bouillon. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 30 minutes.

Cook the pasta in a separate pot and add just before serving.

Submitted by: Ryan Watts