Ingredients

2/3 C. pearl barley
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion chopped
1 garlic clove minced
4 carrots diced
3 celery ribs diced
1 can tomatoes-28 oz.
3 1/2 C. beef broth to 4 C.
2 C. water
1 can tomato soup-10 1/2 oz. optional
1 bay leaf
1/4 C. minced parsl

Cooking Instructions

Brown ground beef, onion, and garlic in skillet. Transfer meat mixture to crock pot and add barley and remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on high 1 hour then on low for 5 to 6 hours.
 
 
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