Step 1

In Dutch oven, over medium high heat, brown ground beef, breaking up clumps; drain if desired. Add onion, celery, carrots, salt and pepper. Sauté five minutes. Add garlic and tomato paste, cooking and stirring until fragrant, about one minute.

Step 2

Add broth, potatoes, tomatoes, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat, turn down to medium heat and simmer, uncovered, for one hour, or until vegetables are tender. Stir in parsley, check seasoning, and serve.