BEEF BARLEY CHEESE SOUP

1/2 lb. ground beef

2 1/2 c. cold water

1 can Italian style stewed tomatoes,

cut up

2 lg. sliced carrots

1/2 c. sliced mushrooms

1/2 c. quick barley, uncooked

1 tsp. dried oregano

Salt and pepper

1/2 lb. Velveeta cheese, cubed

Brown meat in saucepan; drain. Transfer to large pot and add water, tomatoes, carrots, mushrooms, barley and oregano. Bring to boil; reduce heat. Cover; simmer 10 minutes or until barley and carrots are tender. Season to taste. Stir in cheese until melted.