Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
In a large soup pot, combine potatoes, carrots, onion, celery, and garlic.
Stir in dried parsley, basil, bouillon powder, salt, and pepper.
Step 2: Simmer the Vegetables
Fill the pot with enough water to cover the ingredients.
Cover and bring to a boil over mediumhigh heat.
Cook for 1520 minutes, or until vegetables begin to soften.
Remove from heat.
Step 3: Cook the Ground Beef
Crumble in raw ground beef, adding a little at a time while stirring.
Return the pot to medium heat and bring back to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for another 1520 minutes, until vegetables are fully cooked and beef is no longer pink.
Step 4: Serve
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.
Garnish with fresh herbs, shredded cheese, or crumbled bacon, if desired.