Barley Beef Vegetable Soup

Ingredients

• 1 meaty soup bone or 6 bouillon cubes
• 3 quarts water
• 1/2 pound stewing beef, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 cup barley
• 2 cups chopped canned tomatoes with juice
• 1 cup sliced carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup green beans
• 2 potatoes, pared and diced
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley