Heat 1 tbsp oil in a dutch oven or large soup pot over medium-high heat.
Add half of the beef to the dutch oven, season with salt and pepper, then brown for about 4 minutes, turning halfway through.
Remove beef and set aside. Repeat with remaining beef.
Add onions, carrots, and celery and sauté 3-4 minutes.
Add garlic and continue to sauté for 1 minute.
Pour in beef broth. Stir in making sure to scrape the browned beef bits from the bottom of the dutch oven to incorporate into the broth.
Pour in tomato juice and add browned beef.
Add Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Bring to a boil over medium-high heat then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add potatoes and simmer covered for another 30 minutes or until the veggies are tender.
Stir in parsley.
Serve warm in your favorite soup bowl or mug and enjoy!