1 1/2 lb. ground beef
6 c. water
3 beef-flavored bouillon cubes or 3 tsp. instant beef bouillon
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 c. barley
1 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 bay leaves
1/4 c. catsup
3 c. tomatoes, undrained and cut up
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce

In 5-quart Dutch oven, brown beef; drain well. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer for about 1 hour. 10 (1 1/2 cup) servings.