Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground chuck, browned and drained
  • 30 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 10 ounces frozen mixed vegetables
  • 5 cups water
  • 5 tablespoons instant beef bouillon
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 12 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 stalks celery, chopped
  • 12 cup butter, melted
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 12 cup all-purpose flour
  • salt, to taste (optional)

Method

  • Place all ingredients, except butter, flour and salt in stoneware.
  • Cover and cook on LOW 8 to 12 hours (HIGH: 4 to 6 hours).
  • One hour before serving, turn to HIGH.
  • Make a paste of the melted butter and flour.
  • Stir until smooth.
  • Pour into stoneware.
  • Stir until well blended.
  • Season soup, if desired, with salt.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH until thickened.