Ann posted 04-24-98
Award Winning Maryland Crab Soup
1 qt. diced celery
1 qt. diced potatoes
3 cups mixed vegetables (combinations of corn, peas, green beans, carrots, and lima beans)
2 qt. water
1/4 cup minced onion
1 tbsp. beef bouillon (granules)
1 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. marjoram
1 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. seafood seasoning
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. parsley
2 (12 oz.) cans crushed tomatoes
1 lb. special or claw crab meat
In a large, heavy bottomed kettle, combine celery, potatoes, vegetables and 1 quart water; bring to a boil.
Lower heat and cook approximately 30 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
Add remaining ingredients, bring to a boil and cook 10 minutes at a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour.
Leftover soup should be kept in refrigerator not more than five days.
Makes about 1 gallon.