Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
| Ground beef | 2 pounds |
| Carrots, diced | 4 |
| Celery ribs, chopped | 4 |
| Onion, chopped | 1 |
| Potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces | 4 |
| Whole kernel corn, drained and rinsed | 1 (15.25 ounce) can |
| Green beans, drained and rinsed | 1 (15 ounce) can |
| Peas, undrained | 1 (15 ounce) can |
| Tomato sauce | 1 (15 ounce) can |
| Whole tomatoes, crushed | 1 (14.5 ounce) can |
| Ground black pepper | To taste |
| Bay leaf | 1 |
| Ground thyme | ⅛ teaspoon |
| Water | ¼ cup, as needed |