2 qts. beef stock, clarified
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. marjoram
1/2 tsp. celery seed
1/8 tsp. ground cumin seed
6 peppercorns
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 lg. onion, chopped
1/4 c. chopped parsley
4 sliced carrots
1 lg. green pepper, scalded, skinned and cut in strips
1 c. green beans, cut in pieces
1 zucchini, cut in 3/4 inch slices
3 ears sweet corn, cut in 3 inch lengths
2 lg. pink tomatoes, skinned and quartered

Simmer stock with salt, spices and garlic for 30 minutes. Add onion, parsley, carrots, pepper and beans; simmer 20 minutes. Add zucchini and corn; simmer 15 minutes. Add tomatoes; simmer 15 minutes. Makes 8 servings.