2 c. green pepper, chopped
2 c. onions, chopped
4 tbsp. butter
1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes and liquid
2 c. carrots, diced
1 c. corn
1 c. cabbage, chopped
2 c. celery, chopped
1 c. squash, diced, zucchini and/or summer
1 c. potato, diced
2 c. green beans
10 c. water
5 tsp. beef broth granules
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1 bay leaf
2 tsp. marjoram
1 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
1/2 c. minced parsley
1 c. barley
Salt to taste

In large pot, saute green peppers and onions in butter about 2 - 3 minutes. Add: water, broth granules, tomatoes (chopped) and liquid, lemon juice, all vegetables, and all spices. Bring to low boil, reduce to simmer. Cover and simmer 20 minutes. Add barley and simmer 40 - 50 minutes longer. Makes 6 - 8 servings.