Ingredients

  • 6 c. water
  • 3 tsp. lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tsp. dried basil
  • 3/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 3 beef or chicken bouillon cubes
  • 2 small bay leaves
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 (16 oz.) cans stewed tomatoes
  • 5 c. chopped vegetables (celery, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage)
  • 2 c. fresh spinach or kale (optional)
  • green beans
  • mushrooms

Method

  • Combine water, lemon juice, basil, pepper, bouillon cubes, bay leaves and onion in Dutch oven.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for about an hour.
  • Stir in tomatoes and vegetables.
  • Heat to boiling, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 2 hours or until vegetables are tender.
  • Sprinkle soup with spinach or kale and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaves.
  • You may also add cooked rice, potatoes or pasta to make this soup a meal.