Instructions

  1. Saute garlic, onion, carrots, celery and red pepper until just barely cooked.
  2. Mix with the beans in a large pot.
  3. Add canned tomatoes with juice, V8 juice, vegetable boullion, herbs and water.
  4. Heat to boiling, reduce heat and simmer for 1/2 to 1 hour.
  5. Add frozen vegetables (optional) and bring to another boil.
  6. Simmer 15 minutes.