Crock Pot Chunky Beef Vegetable Soup

Prep time: 15 min * Cook time: 8 hours * 8-9 Servings in this crock pot meal. I haven't made it yet, but will update when I do. Simple and straightforward meal that will make itself. Just add sourdough bread, or maybe spoon it into sourdough bowls!

• Ready In: 9 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 8-9

Ingredients

• 3  cups  vegetable juice (like V-8)
• 2  cups hot water (or beef broth)
• 1  lb stewing beef, in 1 inch cubes
• 8  cups  frozen mixed vegetables
• 2  medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1  small onion, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup ketchup
• 3  tablespoons  beef bouillon (like Knorr Suiza)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Line crockpot with a liner, if desired.
2. Add vegetable juice and water to crock pot.
3. Add beef, then vegetables, ketchup and bouillon.
4. Stir together, (don't tear liner, if using one).
5. Cook on LOW 8-9 hours or HIGH 4-5 hours.
6. Stir together before serving.
7. WARNING: DO NOT LIFT LINER OUT OF CROCK POT! It WILL tear!