Beef and Barley Mulligan

Beef and Barley Mulligan

1-1/2 pounds ground beef

1 medium onion, chopped

1 medium green pepper, chopped

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed beef broth, undiluted

1 cup water

3/4 cup medium pearl barley

1 tablespoon brown sugar

1 tablespoon white vinegar

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

In a large skillet, cook ground beef with onion and green pepper until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for about 1 hour or until barley is tender, stirring occasionally.