Ingredients

5 ounces vegetable oil

1 large carrot, diced

1 large onion, diced

1/2 bunch large celery, diced

1 pound pulled smoked chicken

1 pound diced stew meat

1/2 pound chunks of ham

2 small cans tomato paste

24 ounces V8 juice

32 ounces beef stock

32 ounces chicken stock

24 ounces blended frozen mixed vegetables

16 ounces frozen okra

4 ounces Worcestershire sauce 3 ounces hot sauce

Preparation

  1. In a large 14-quart stock pot, heat vegetable oil on medium to high heat.
  2. Add celery, onions and carrots. Cook till onions become translucent.
  3. Add smoked chicken, stew meat, and chunks of ham to vegetables and sauté for 5-6 minutes.
  4. Add the rest of the ingredients and cook on low for about 2 hours.