Cabbage Soup

Ingredients

• 1/2 to 1 whole head cabbage
• 6 onions
• 2 green bell peppers
• 1 bunch scallions
• 1 bunch celery
• 6 carrots
• 16 oz bag frozen green beans
• 1 1/2 cups V-8 or tomato juice
• One 28 oz can crushed or diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup McKay’s “Beef” or “Chicken” seasoning
• Black pepper to taste
• Herbs to taste
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1 cup pearled barley

Preparation

1. Chop vegetables, combine all ingredients in a very large stockpot, and add enough water to cover.
2. Boil 10 minutes.
3. Reduce to a simmer and continue cooking until vegetables are tender. Makes about 6 quarts.