Step 1

Heat oil in a Dutch oven. Season beef with salt and pepper and cook in oil until browned on all sides.

Step 2

Add all tomatoes and tomato juice, chicken broth, onion, celery, sugar. salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and bay leaf.

Step 3

Bring to a boil and reduce to a low simmer for 1 hour.

Step 4

Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 1 more hour.