BEEF AND BARLEY MEDLEY

1 tablespoon oil
3/4 pound round steak, cut in 1-inch strips
1 medium onion, cut into wedges
1 (14 1/2 oz) can chopped tomato
2 1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, and carrots or other combination)
1/4 cup sherry or water
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups quick or medium barley, cooked

Heat oil in 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven. Brown beef and onion, then drain.

Return to pan and add tomatoes, tomato liquid, vegetables, sherry, paprika, salt and pepper. Mix well. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, 5 to 6 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir occasionally.

Stir in barley and cook 3 minutes or until heated through.

Note from source: I got this recipe from my local paper about 15 years ago, have made it many times. Very good, healthy, and economical!

Servings: 4
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