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Step 1
Cut meat into small, bite-size (1/2") pieces.
Step 2
In a large pot or dutch oven, saute meat in 1 T oil on medium-high heat until all sides are brown.
Step 3
Set aside on a plate.
Step 4
Chop celery, onion, potatoes, and carrots into bite-size pieces.
Step 5
Saute celery and onion in remaining 1 T oil until onion is golden (about 10 minutes).
Step 6
Add browned beef, water, broth, tomatoes with juices, carrots, potatoes, corn, bay leaves and garlic.
Step 7
Bring to a boil.
Step 8
Reduce heat and simmer uncovered until beef is almost tender, about an hour.
Step 9
Add peas and hot sauce to soup.
Step 10
Cover and simmer until beef is tender, about 30 minutes longer.
Step 11
Serve and season with freshly ground black pepper, hot sauce, or crumbled saltines, if desired.