1 1/2 lb. ground beef
6 c. water (only use 4 in crockpot)
3 beef bouillon cubes
2 c. sliced carrots
1 1/2 c. coarsely chopped onions
1 1/2 c. coarsely chopped celery
1/2 c. coarsely chopped green pepper
1/3-1/2 c. barley
2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
28 oz. can whole tomatoes, undrained
8 oz. tomato sauce
2 bay leaves
1/4 c. ketchup

In 5 quart Dutch oven, brown ground beef and drain. Add all other ingredients, bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 hour or until vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaves.