Timeless Vegetable-Beef Soup

Ingredients

For the broth

• 2–3 lb beef soup bones
• 3 qt water or beef stock
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 bay leaf

For the soup

• 1/2 cup pearl barley
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup diced potatoes
• 1 cup peas or green beans
• 1 cup diced celery with leaves
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 2 cups cooked tomatoes, optional
• Herbs and seasonings, to taste
• Any available leftover vegetables, optional

Optional finish

• Chili sauce or chili powder, to taste
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Method