3 c  Leeks; scrubbed and chopped

           -into 1/2" pieces
      1 cl Garlic; crushed

      1 tb Olive oil

      2 c  Raw carots; scrubbed and

           -finely diced
      1 c  Raw red potatoe; finely

           -diced
      2 tb Tomato paste

        pn Dried thyme
        pn Dried oregano
           Salt and pepper to taste
      2 c  Vegetable broth

    1/2 c  Ripe plives; pitted and

           -chopped
  SAute leek and garlic in oil in a 4-quart stew pot.  When leeks are
  soft, add all other vegetables and seasonings.  Add broth, cover, and
  bring to a boil.  Reduce heat and simmer at least 45 minutes.  During
  last 5 minutes of cooking stir in olives.  (Note: thiken with 1
  tablspoon whole wheat or rice flour if desired)
  Total Calories per serving: 235  Fat: 10 grams
  Source: Vegetarian Journal, Jan/Feb 1995
  Pooh's Recipe dbase (lisa-pooh@delphi.com)
  2/3/96