Barley Soup (crock pot)
rec.food.cooking/Neris (1999)

1 lb. stew beef, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
2 carrots, diced
3/4 cup barley
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. salt
Pepper to taste
6 cups beef stock

Combine all ingredients in crock pot. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours stirring occasionally.