1/2 lb. ground beef
2 1/2 c. cold water
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
3/4 c. sliced carrots
3/4 c. sliced mushrooms
1/2 c. quick barley, uncooked
2 cloves garlic
1 tbsp. oregano
Salt & pepper to taste
1/2 lb. Velveeta cheese, cubed

Brown meat in large saucepan; drain. Stir in water, tomatoes, carrots, mushrooms, barley, garlic and oregano. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 10 minutes or until barley is tender. Stir in Velveeta cheese. Stir until melted.