Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. cooking oil
  • 2 lb. beef stew meat
  • 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped
  • 3 large carrots, sliced
  • 3 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 (28 oz.) can whole tomatoes with liquid, chopped or stewed tomatoes
  • 2 qt. water
  • 4 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 1/3 c. medium pearl barley

Method

  • In a large Dutch oven or kettle, heat oil over medium heat. Brown beef.
  • Add onion, carrots, celery, tomatoes, water and bouillon; bring to a boil.
  • Cover and simmer for about 2 hours or until beef is tender.
  • Add barley; simmer another 50 to 60 minutes or until the barley is done.
  • Makes 10 to 12 servings.