3 lbs. beef stew meat
8 c. water
4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. dried marjoram
2 bay leaves
4 ears corn or frozen whole kernel corn
3 tomatoes, peeled and cut up
2 med. potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 c. frozen green beans
2 med. carrots, sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
1 med. onion, chopped

In large kettle or Dutch oven combine beef stock, beef stew meat, water, salt, oregano, marjoram and bay leaves. Boil meat and ingredients until beef becomes tender. Add tomatoes, green beans, carrots, celery, onion and potatoes. Simmer for 1 hour. Season to taste with salt and pepper.