Easy Steak Soup

Just like my grandma used to make. A thick and hearty meal!

• Ready In: 1 hr 45 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  lb  ground round or 1  lb hamburger
• 1⁄2 lb margarine
• 1  cup flour
• 1⁄2 gallon water (8 cups)
•  ground pepper (no salt)
• 2  stalks celery, diced
• 1  medium onion, diced
• 16  ounces  frozen mixed vegetables
• 2  potatoes
• 1⁄2 cup canned tomato (optional I don't use)
• 5  beef bouillon cubes

Directions

1. Melt margarine and stir in flour.
2. Add 2 cups water.
3. Add all but meat and set aside.
4. Sauté steak until brown.
5. Drain grease and add to other ingredients. Simmer 1 ½ hours.