1 1/2 lbs. ground chuck
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
3 (8 oz.) cans tomato sauce
1 (10 1/2 oz.) can beef broth
2 tbsp. instant onions
1 tsp. each garlic salt & marjoram leaves
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 (24 oz.) pkg. frozen mixed vegetables

Brown beef in Dutch oven. Drain excess fat. Add remaining ingredients and 2 cups of water; mix well. Add barley or noodles if desired (about 3 ounces). Heat to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer, uncovered 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.