Add water, bouillon, bay leaf, basil and pepper. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until meat is tender, about 1-1/2 hours.
3 tbsp Beef bouillon, 1 large bay leaf, 1 tsp basil, 1/8 tsp Pepper, 9 cups hot water
Add carrots, celery and tomatoes. Cook 15 minutes longer. Remove bay leaf. Stir in pasta. Cook until pasta is tender, 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
1 1/2 cups carrots, 1 1/2 cups celery, 15 oz stewed tomatoes, 1 1/2 cups pasta