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 parsley
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

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.
 
 
 "I have heard the grumblings of the sons of Israel; speak to them, saying, 'At twilight you shall eat meat, and in the morning you shall be filled with bread; and you shall know that I am the LORD your God.'" (Exodus 16: