Hearty Vegetable Beef Soup

Phase 4: Create the Base and Simmer
Pour in the entire amount of broth, both cans of diced tomatoes, all the browned beef, dried basil, oregano, thyme, and season with salt and pepper according to preference. Increase heat to bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and allow to simmer gently, stirring occasionally once or twice during cooking, for 30 minutes.

Phase 5: Incorporate the Potatoes
Add the cubed potatoes to the pot, then continue simmering with the lid on for 20 minutes (alternatively, you may add the green beans at this stage if you prefer them with a very soft texture).

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