3 celery stalks, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
1 -15 oz. can of kidney beans or beans of your choice
1/4 cup of cooked rice
1/4 cup of elbow macaroni
Salt and pepper to taste
1 beef bouillon cube per cup of water
1/4 cup of butter
1 can of V-8 Vegetable juice
Bring to boil, simmer 45 minutes.