Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 c.)
  • 2 medium stalks celery, sliced (about 1 c.)
  • 1 (28 oz.) can whole tomatoes (undrained)
  • 1 c. uncooked regular pearled barley
  • 2 1/2 c. water
  • 1 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. pepper

Method

  • Cook ground beef, onion and celery in a nonstick Dutch oven, stirring frequently, until beef is brown; drain.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients, breaking up tomatoes.
  • Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
  • Cover and simmer about 1 hour or until barley is tender and stew is desired consistency.
  • Makes 6 servings.