Gumbo Soup
1 small carrot 1 large tomato Pinch of cloves Salt and pepper 2 quarts cold water Cut the beef into small pieces; wash the okras and cut them in slices. Slice the onion; chop the parsley; grate the carrot; and cut the tomato into small pieces. Add the water and seasoning and bring all to a boil. Set aside to cool; skim off the hardened fat; return to the fire and let simmer slowly for four hours, closely covered. 2 pounds shin of beef 4 tablespoons butter 2 onions 2 carrots 1 stalk celery 2 bay leaves