*Veggie Soup on a Cold Day*

Now that fall has arrived and winter is just around the corner, nothing sounds better than a nice warm beverage or a big bowl of soup!  Making homemade soups from scratch runs in my family.  Before I became vegetarian, I used to love my great grandpa's homemade chicken noodle soup--mmm mmm mmm!   Now, one of my favorite soups is my mom's vegetable soup--delicious and healthy!  You are in luck that I like to share because listed below is the recipe.  You can add or omit any of the following vegetables if you want.  I just feel that the more, the better! 

*Photo taken from my iPhone*

*Ingredients*

• 1 large can crushed tomatoes
• 6 large green onions(scallions)
• 1 small yellow onion
• 1 can vegetable stock(or 6 vegetable bouillon cubes)
• 4 stalks celery
• 1 large handful or green beans
• 1 green pepper
• 1 red pepper
• 5 large carrots
• 2 stems of broccoli
• 2 stem of cauliflaur
• 1/3 head of cabbage
• 2 clove of garlic
• About 3 pinches of red pepper flakes
• 3 pinches of spicy bold Mrs. Dash
• 1 can black beans rinsed (optional for protein)
•  3 potatoes (optional for protein)
• Can add a little tablespoon of cider vinegar to add a little pop to taste
• 4 cups tomato juice
• 3 cups of water
• Salt and Pepper (to taste)

*Directions*

• Wash and chop all vegetables as finely as possible.  Put everything in a large pot and cook on a medium to low heat for 2 hours.  Taste the soup and make sure it is to your liking and serve!  You can even add some Parmesan Romano cheese to the top.

It is easy and healthy; I hope you enjoy!