Step 1

Dice the vegetables and bacon to approximately the same size.

Step 2

Heat two tablespoons of oil in a deep stockpot.

Step 3

Add the onion, bacon and crushed garlic and stir for two minutes.

Step 4

Add the carrot, potato, pumpkin and parsnip. Continue to stir for a few more minutes.

Step 5

Add the beef stock and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Add the zucchini, tomato, beans and water, and simmer until all vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Add more water if necessary.