German Beef And Barley Bake

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This casserole may be made ahead of time and refrigerated. To reheat, bake at 350 degrees 20 to 30 minutes or microwave (in a microwave-safe casserole) on medium high until heated through. From the national barley foods council posted in response to a recipe request.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 350f.

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Saute beef , onions , and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat.

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Pour off grease.

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Add barley and bacon.

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Saut 2 to 3 minutes.

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Stir in tomato juice , salt and pepper and bring to a low boil.

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Reduce heat , cover and simmer 30 minutes.

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Stir in cabbage and caraway seeds.

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Spoon mixture into 2-quart casserole.

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Bake for 30 minutes.

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Sprinkle with cheese and bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese melts.

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Makes 6 servings.

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Ingredients

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lean ground beef, onion, garlic, pearl barley, bacon, tomato juice, salt, ground black pepper, green cabbage, caraway seeds, cheddar cheese