Beef Fried Rice

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds ground beef
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup finely chopped carrots
• 1 cup finely chopped celery
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 3/4 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
• 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 5 cups cooked long grain rice
• 2 large eggs, scrambled
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce