In a skillet, brown beef and onion in oil; drain. Transfer to a 5-quart crockpot. Add water, tomato sauce, carrots, celery, salt, oregano, paprika and pepper. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.
Add beans, corn and barley; cover and cook on low 2 hours longer or until barley, beef and vegetables are tender.
Yields 6 to 8 servings. |