Versatile Vegetable Soup
INGREDIENTS
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2 leeks, thinly sliced (white parts only)
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1 1/2 teaspoons bottled minced garlic (3 cloves)
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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8 cups water
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1 14 1/2 ounce can stewed tomatoes, undrained
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4 stalks celery, sliced
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3 medium carrots, thinly sliced
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1 medium red apple, cored, and coarsely chopped
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1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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4 teaspoons instant vegetable bouillon granules or vegetable bouillon cubes (to make 4 cups broth)
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2 cups shredded cabbage
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1 cup cut fresh green beans
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 cup snipped fresh parsley
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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