Submitted by: Patty Swartout, Elkland, Mo.
Ingredients:
• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 2 pounds frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 can diced tomatoes (15 ounces) with juice
• 1/2 diced onion or 2 Tbsp minced onion
• 5 or 6 beef bullion cubes
• 8 cups water
• Garlic to taste
Roux Ingredients:
• 1 stick butter (melted)
• 1/2 C flour
Directions:
Brown meat, then place meat and other ingredients in a crock pot and cook on high temperature for about four hours, or on low for six to eight hours. About a half an hour before serving, make the roux. When roux is combined, add to soup mixture, stir well and cook another 15 to 20 minutes.
