6 c. water
1 c. med. barley
2 stalks celery
1 1/2 tbsp. minced parsley
2 tsp. salt
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes
1 lb. ground beef
1 carrot, sliced
1 onion
1/4 tsp. pepper

Cook meat. Put vegetables and spices in water and cook until done. Add meat and barley and cook until done.