3 c. water
4 ribs celery, chopped
1 (1 lb.) can tomatoes
1 (10 oz.) pkg. frozen mixed vegetables
3 beef bouillon cubes
1/2 c. flour
2 onions, chopped
3 lg. carrots, sliced
1 tsp. pepper
1 1/2 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. butter

Put all ingredients, except flour and butter, in crock pot. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. One hour before serving time, turn to high. Melt butter, add flour, and stir until smooth. Pour into pot and stir until thickened. Serve with garlic bread. This is a hearty meal and easy to prepare.