Barley Beef Skillet

Healthy and filling are two words I would use to describe this dish.

1 lb lean ground beef or ground turkey would probably taste ok

1/4 cup chopped onion

1 garlic clove, minced

1 can (14-1/2 oz) reduced-sodium beef broth

1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce

1 cup water

2 small carrots, chopped

1 small tomato, seeded and chopped

1 small zucchini, chopped

1 cup medium pearl barley

2 tsp Italian seasoning

1/4 tsp salt

1/8 tsp pepper

In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the broth, tomato sauce and water; bring to a boil. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 min or until barley is tender.