2 lbs. ground beef
2 cups chopped onion
2 cups peeled and diced potatoes
2 cups sliced carrots
2 cups shredded cabbage
4 (14.5-oz) cans diced tomatoes
1/2 cup brown rice, uncooked
6 to 10 cups water
1 1/2 to 2 1/2 Tablespoons salt
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon thyme
2 bay leaves