1 - 1 1/2 pound(s) ground beef, no less than 10 |
8-12 spear(s) okra, slice |
1 green bell pepper, small dice |
2-3 ear(s) corn, off the cob |
2 spear(s) celery, small dice and chop the leaves |
2-4 carrots, small dice |
1 large yellow onion, small dice |
5 clove(s) garlic, mince |
1/2 pound(s) fresh green beans, one inch pieces |
3 large russet potatoes, pieled and medium dice |
1 cup(s) frozen or fresh green peas, optional |
1 cup(s) frozen lima beans, optional |
1 cup(s) barley, cooked separately |
2-3 can(s) stewed tomatoes, small cans |
1 1/2 tablespoon(s) greek seasoning, or to taste |
3/4 tablespoon(s) dry basil |
1 bay leaf |
salt and pepper |
up to 1 quart(s) water |