Cassava Soup

Ingredients
1 Pound Cassava Root -- Chopped
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Medium Onion -- Chopped
1 Can Tomatoes -- Chopped
2 Stalks Celery -- Chopped
8 Cups Beef Broth
Salt And Pepper -- To Taste
 

Saute in oil, onion, celelry and cassava until well browned, about 10 minutes. Add stock and tomatoes. Simmer for 45 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, add parsley, simmer 5 minutes and serve.