BEEF & EGGPLANT SOUP

Steps:

• Heat stock pot over medium-high heat.
• Add just enough olive oil to coat the bottom.
• Add the stew meat and brown.
• Add onions, garlic, and peppers and cook until onions are translucent.
• Add the eggplant and cook until slightly cooked.
• Add the beef broth, tomatoes, oregano, salt and pepper.
• Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until eggplant is very tender, about 30 minutes.