2 lbs. ground beef
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. chopped onion
1 c. chopped celery
1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes, undrained and chopped
1 1/2 tbsp. beef flavored bouillon granules
2 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. butter
1 1/2 qt. water
1 c. chopped carrot
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen mixed vegetables
1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce with tomato bits
1 1/2 tsp. salt

Brown ground beef in a large Dutch oven, stirring to crumble. Drain well and set aside.

Melt butter in same Dutch oven; add flour and cook over low heat 3-5 minutes or until a smooth paste forms. Gradually add water, stirring constantly; cook over medium heat until bubbly, stirring occasionally. Add ground beef and remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour. Yield: 13 cups.