Hearty Beef Barley Stew

Directions

1. In 6 quart saucepan heat oil over medium high heat and brown beef. Stir in remaining ingedients except peas. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer covered, stirring occasionally, 1 1/2 hrs or possibly till beef is tender. Stir in peas. Cook 5 min or possibly till peas are tender SLOW COOKER METHOD; Omit oil. Layer carrots, mushrooms and beef in slow cooker. Combine broth, tomatoes, water, soup mix and barley; pour over beef. Cover and cook on HIGH 5 to 6 hrs or possibly LOW 8 to 10 hrs or possibly till beef is tender. Stir in peas and cook covered 5 min or possibly till peas are tender