Magic Meal Planner

2 quarts chicken or beef stock

2 large onions, chopped

3 cloves garlic, mashed

4-6 celery ribs, chopped

1 pound of carrots, washed, peeled, and chopped

1 small head cabbage (or 1/2 large head), chopped

2 large handfuls fresh or frozen green beans

1-2 cups fresh or frozen corn

Cooked or canned beans of choice (I like pintos or black beans) — optional ingredient

2 large cans tomatoes, crushed

Sea salt

Pepper

Fresh or dried thyme

Fresh or dried marjoram

1. Place all ingredients, except salt, pepper, and herbs in large stock pot
2. Bring to boil and skim off scum
3. Reduce heat. Add salt, pepper, and herbs
4. Cover and simmer on low-medium heat for several hours, until all vegetables are tender and flavors are well mixed
5. Add additional salt to taste, if needed