Vegetable Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 large can diced tomatoes
1 can V-8 juice
1/2 lb. cubed meat (I use roast)
1 large onion, chopped
2 c. carrots, sliced or cubed
2 bay leaves
4 to 5 potatoes, cubed
2 to 3 celery sticks, chopped
cabbage (optional)

Preparation

In large pot, simmer meat in 1 quart water. Add juice, tomatoes, onions, celery and carrots. Cook until tender. Add salt, bay leaves, pepper and potatoes. Cook until tender. I add some cabbage. You may add other vegetables and more potatoes if you desire.