This is my hubby's favorite soup and is a hit among the many others I feed. It's quick and easy, very hearty, and can be adjusted according to personal taste. Perfect with a salad and good bread for "mopping"!

1 pound lean ground beef
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 medium onion, diced
4 carrots, sliced
4 TBSPS tomato paste
3 cans beef broth
2 cups water
1/2 cup pearled barley
salt and pepper to taste

In soup pot, brown ground beef. Add mushrooms, celery, onion and carrots and cook until onions start to soften. Add tomato paste and cook another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.

Add beef broth and water. Bring to a boil and add barley. Reduce heat to simmer and cook until barley is tender, about 45-55 minutes.

Looks good to me, Thanks, I'll try it.