Beef and Barley Skillet - Testing

https://www.lynnskitchenadventures.com/quick-and-easy-beef-and-barley-skillet-dinner/

1 - I'm going for a little 1970's chique with this one. Adding the lovage and harissa is a cool twist.

1 to 1lb 8oz ground beef

1 onion, chopped (160g)

1 clove garlic

Optional - 1 medium green pepper, chopped (130g)

1 can (14oz/398mL) diced tomatoes with liquid

1 and 1/3 cups beef broth

1 cup water

3/4 cup pearl barley

1 Tbsp brown Sugar

1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

1 tbsp minced lovage

4 tsps harrissa paste

12 oz chunky pasta (shells work great)

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef with onion, garlic and optional green pepper until the meat is no longer pink; drain.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for about and hour. The barley should be very tender.
4. Meanwhile, cook the pasta so that it's ready when the barley is cooked. Combine all together and serve.