Stone Soup Basic Recipe

• 6 medium potatoes -- chopped
• 1 - 1 ½ lb. cubed beef (hamburger may also be used)
• 1 medium onion -- chopped
• 2-3 carrots -- chopped or one can of carrot medallions
• 2-3 bouillon cubes or packaged gravy mix

Brown the meat and onion; put in water with the rest of the vegetables and bouillon cubes (if using) and cook until the vegetables are done and you can poke the potatos with a fork. Add in gravy packet (if using), or mash up potatos to thicken, simmer until desired thickness. Serve hot.

• Yields: 1 large pot of soup
• Preparation Time: 30-45 minutes