Beef Barley Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 lb. ground beef
2 1/2 c. cold water
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
3/4 c. sliced carrots
2 (4 oz.) cans mushrooms, drained and sliced
1/2 c. quick uncooked barley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. oregano
salt and pepper
1/2 lb. Velveeta cheese, cubed

Preparation

Brown beef, drain fat and stir in water and all ingredients. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes. Season to taste.
If too thick, add water.
Stir in cubed cheese until melted.
Serves 6.