===== Eileen's beef soup =====

Start with 1-1 1/2 qts of homemade beef broth made from beef bones. It should be thick and gelatinous. 

Add vegetables cut into small bite sized pieces:
  * 1-2 parsnips (a  must)
  * 2 carrots
  * 2 stalks celery
  * 1 leek cut into slices (also a must)
  * 1 potato cut into small cubes (optional)
  * 1/4- 1/2 c fennel, cut into small pieces
  * 8 oz of stewed tomatoes, crushed

Also add 1/4 c barley.

Simmer for 30 minutes, until the barley has expanded. 

Season with fresh dill fronds, salt and pepper.