Put ingredients in large pot. When water starts to boil, add chopped vegetables. Put lid on and cook medium heat until vegetables are done.
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For Italian stew: 1/4 to 1/3 cup V-8 juice per 3 cups vegetables: zucchini, eggplant, okra, green pepper, garlic, oregano, basil. Same amount water and cooking.
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For Curry Stew: Same amount juice and water but vegetables are: celery, chopped ginger, other Chinese vegetables and 2 teaspoons curry.
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If you like crunchy vegetables, turnheat off after it boils.