2 tbsp. butter
1 sm. onion, chopped
1 stalk celery & leaves, diced
2 (14 1/2 oz.) cans beef broth
3 med. potatoes, peeled & diced
2 carrots, peeled & diced
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, broken up
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen mixed vegetable s
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen cauliflower
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. basil (pinch) (opt.)
1 tsp. sugar

1. Saute onion and celery in melted butter in a large saucepan.

2. Add beef broth, potatoes, carrots, and tomatoes; cover and simmer 30 minutes.

3. Add mixed vegetables; continue cooking another 5 to 10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

4. Season to taste with salt, pepper, basil and sugar. Add more liquid, if desired. Makes about 6 cups.