6 c. water
1 1/2 tbsp. salt
1 1/2 c. Hearty Beef Soup Mix
2 carrots, sliced
1-2 ribs celery, sliced
1 1/2 c. shredded cabbage
30 oz. beef broth (canned or bouillon)
24 oz. can vegetable juice
1 lb. leftover, cooked meat, cut up

Or 1 pound ground beef, browned.

Put water, salt and soup mix in a large kettle; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer until vegetables are cooked and done. Makes about 4 quarts. Freezes well.