1/2 lb. ground beef
2 1/2 c. cold water
14 1/2 oz. can stewed tomatoes, cut up
3/4 c. sliced carrots
3/4 c. sliced mushrooms
1/2 c. quick barley, uncooked
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp. dried oregano leaves
Salt and pepper
1/2 lb. Velveeta pasteurized process cheese spread, cubed

Brown meat in large saucepan; drain. Stir in water, tomatoes, carrots, mushrooms, barley, garlic and oregano. Bring to boil; reduce heat. Cover, simmer 10 minutes or until barley is tender. Season to taste. Stir in Velveeta cheese spread until melted. Garnish as desired. Six 1 cup servings.