1 lb. ground beef, browned and drained
5 c. water
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, cut up
1 c. onions, chopped
1 c. carrots, sliced
1 c. celery, chopped
1/3 c. pearl barley
1/4 c. catsup
1 tbsp. instant beef bouillon
2 tsp. seasoned salt
1 bay leaf

Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer for 1 hour. Add salt and pepper to taste. Freezes well.