1/2 to 1 lb. ground beef
1 clove garlic
1/2 c. chopped onion
7 c. water
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can whole tomatoes, unsalted
1/2 c. barley
1/2 c. celery
1/2 c. carrots
2 beef bouillon cubes
1/2 tsp. basil
1 bay leaf
9 oz. pkg. frozen veggies, any kind

Saute ground beef with garlic and onions in large soup kettle or Dutch oven. Add water and remaining ingredients except frozen veggies. Cook for 3 plus hours. In last 1/2 hour add frozen veggies. Wonderful winter soup.