Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef stew meat, diced into 1 inch pieces
• salt and pepper to taste
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 cup fresh sliced mushrooms 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
• 3 cups water
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
• 4 small red potatoes, cut into chunks
• 1/2 cup barley