Savory Vegetable Beef Soup

4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 cups water
3 large carrots, sliced
1 large onion, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
4 cups fresh or frozen cut green beans
4 cups tomato juice
1-1/2 pounds ground beef, cooked and drained
2 cups fresh or frozen corn
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 bay leaves
 
Directions: 
In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, water, carrots, onion, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until tender. Add the remaining ingredients. 
    Cover and simmer 30 minutes longer or until heated through, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaves.  2-3/4 quarts