1 tbsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 - 1 tsp. salt
1/4 - 1/2 tsp. chili pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. dried oregano
3 cups beef broth
1 can (28oz) diced tomatoes do not drain
1 cup celery diced
1 cup carrots diced
3 cloves garlic finely minced
1 large onion chopped
1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef