In a large stock pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook 1 pound lean ground beef with 1 medium sweet onion, finely diced, breaking up the beef into crumbles. Cook until there is no pink left and the onions have softened, stirring occasionally, 8-10 minutes.
Drain any excess grease.
Stir in 4 cloves garlic, minced until fragrant, 30 seconds.
Add 3 cups beef broth, 28 ounce can petite diced tomatoes, undrained, 15 ounce can tomato sauce, 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and small-diced, 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon creole seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1 bay leaf.
Stir to combine, and bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, stir occasionally so nothing sticks to the bottom.
Stir in 1 pound frozen mixed vegetables.
Bring back to a simmer and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender. Serve immediately.
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Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.