1 large hen, steamed, boned, and diced (reserve

broth) 2 large onions -- chopped

1 large can V-8® vegetable juice

1 large can peeled tomatoes

1 small can peeled tomatoes

1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce

salt and pepper -- to taste 2 packages frozen* baby lima beans

2 packages frozen* okra

2 packages frozen* whole kernel corn

Optional: Tabasco or other red hot pepper sauce -- to taste

Cook chicken broth, diced chicken, tomatoes, juices, onions, and seasonings until fairly thick. Add vegetables and continue to cook until vegetables are done and stew is a good consistency. You may vary kinds of vegetables and seasonings according to your family's taste.

This recipe calls for all "starchy" vegetables and therefore omits potatoes.