Two kilos of ground beef

A quarter of an onion, peeled and chopped; four quarters of diced celery ribs; four potatoes, peeled and cut into one-inch chunks

Whole kernel corn, 1 can (15.25 oz.), washed and drained

1 can of washed and drained green beans (15 ounces)

1 can of undrained peas (15 ounces)

One can of tomato sauce, fifteen ounces

Add crushed powdered black pepper and 1 entire tomato can (14.5 oz) to taste.

Add one bay leaf (or more if desired)

1/4 teaspoon of dried thyme

1/2 cup of water, as required