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1. Add vegetable oil to stockpot. Heat over medium-high heat.
2. Sauté beef cubes until browned on all sides. Drain off all excess fat.
3. Stir in vegetable juice, beef broth, crushed dried thyme leaves, fresh ground black pepper, diced potato, sliced carrot, chopped onion and sliced celery.
4. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
5. Reduce heat to low. Simmer 30 minutes.
6. Serve hot. |