2 lb. extra lean beef, diced (top round, London broil)
2 qt. cold water
1/2 c. barley
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, peeled
2 ribs celery, diced
1/4 c. chopped parsley
3 carrots, diced
1/3 head cabbage, shredded
1 onion, diced
3 beef bouillon cubes*

*If on a low-sodium diet, cut down or eliminate bouillon cubes.

Put diced beef (well trimmed of fat) in kettle; cover with water. Bring to a simmer; cook for 2 hours, or until meat is almost tender. Add tomatoes, barley, diced veggies and bouillon cubes; simmer for another hour. Add chopped parsley and serve.