1-1/4 pounds of lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 cups potatoes, peeled and diced
1-1/2 cups carrots, sliced
1 cup tiny frozen peas, thawed
1 teaspoon seasoned salt (Nature's Seasons preferred)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup minced green bell pepper
4 cups crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup pearl barley
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
Recipe
Cook the ground beef and onions together until no pink remains in the meat. Add remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, then turn to simmer until all the vegetables are tender, about 20 to 30 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 10 to 15 minutes. If desired, each serving of soup may be topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Makes about 6 to 8 servings.