Aunt Clara's Soup

2 qts water (or broth, or add 2-3 bouillion cubes to water)

1 - 1 1/3 c dry soup mix

1/2 onion chopped

2 carrots diced

2 stalks celery chopped

1/4-1/2 c cabbage or greens chopped

1/2 lb browned hamburger (optional)

salt and pepper to tase (herbs optional)

*Combine all ingredients. Cover and simmer 40 min to 1 hour. Optional: Add 2 8 oz tomato sauce and simmer 10-20 min more. Garnish with a sprig of parsley