FARMERS SOUP

Steps:

• thaw all meat and start a large pot of water simmering.
• slice potatoes into sizable cubes and carefully place into water.
• bring water to a rolling boil.
• time to start your meat.
• one at a time cook your beef, bratwurst, and bacon in a single pan making sure to save all grease.
• check potatoes, when they are softer but still firm enough to hold shape take the water off of the burner and then pour through a strainer catching potatoes.then pour cold water over them until they cool to room temperature or less.let rest.
• pour milk, butter, and water into a medium pan. keep on low heat making sure to stir continuosly to avoid burning.
• pour olives into a strainer and wash. after washing olive juices out dry thoroughly.
• check that butter is melted.
• put potatoes, meat, grease, and olives into your milk base.
• add seasonings, I prefer garlic and onion powder with oregano but you can use whatever you like.
• bring to a light boil bubbling throughout.
• enjoy.