Beef, Bacon, and Barley Soup

Modified from Slow Cooker

***needs a crockpot***

4 slices bacon, cut into chunks

1 ½ lb boneless beef round steak, cut into pieces

1 medium onion, chopped

4 small red potatoes, cut into chunks

1 ½ cups fresh carrots, cut into chunks

1 cup frozen corn

½ cup uncooked barley

2 (14 oz) cans beef broth

1 (12 oz) jar beef gravy

1 tsp dried basil

1 tsp dried garlic

1 tsp dried oregano

Cook bacon in large skillet over medium high for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add beef and onion; cook 3-5 minutes or until beef is browned, stirring occasionally. In slow cooker; layer potatoes, carrots, corn, and barley. Top with beef mixture. Pour broth and herbs over top. Do not stir. Cover; cook on Low setting for 7-8 hours. Stir before serving.

Makes 8 servings.

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