Posted By : I am Fresh

27 Jan, 2022 5:08 PM

Cooking Time : 30 Minute

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
• 1 cup water
• 4 celery ribs, thinly sliced
• 4 large carrots, halved and thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup quick-cooking barley
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, broth and water. Bring to a boil.
2. Add celery, carrots, barley, thyme and pepper. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, for 10-12 minutes or until vegetables and barley are tender.
3. Remove from heat; stir in parsley. Let stand 5 minutes.