Ingredients for 6 servings:
1. 2 tablespoons butter
2. 1 large onion, peeled and sliced
3. 1 tablespoon flour
4. 4 cups beef broth or 4 cups veal broth
5. 3 1/2 cups sliced carrots
6. 1 cup minced celery
7. 2 teaspoons salt
8. 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions:
1. Melt butter in a large soup kettle and brown the onion.
2. Stir in flour and add broth; continually stirring to the boiling point.
3. Add the remaining ingredients; cover and let simmer for 2 1/2 hours.
4. Strain solids; whirl in blender or food processor until smooth and return to the broth.
5. Serve hot.
Enjoy your meal!