Betty's Beef, Vegetable, and Barley Soup | Just A Pinch Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pound(s) low-fat ground beef (mince)
• 1 pound(s) meaty beef bones
• 3-5 carrots
• 1 broccoli
• 1 onion
• 3 celery stalks
• 2 cup(s) celery tops with leaves
• 1 can(s) crushed tomatoes
• 3 cup(s) tomato juice
• 4 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon(s) garlic
• 8 cup(s) boiling water
• 1 tablespoon(s) beef bouillon powder
• 1 cup(s) pearl barley
• 1 tablespoon(s) oil
• grated cheese for serving, optional