Spanish Barley

Thanks to Minette Greenman, who will always be loved as a beloved grandmother!

Ingredients:

¾c. barley
5 cups water
3 slices bacon cut in pieces
2 small onions diced
1 small green pepper chopped
2 cups tomatoes
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika

Directions: Wash barley, add water and boil about 1 hour or until done. Drain. Brown bacon, add onion, pepper, and seasonings. When onions are tender, add tomatoes and cook 10 minutes. Add to drained barley and cook until well blended, or about 15 minutes. (serves 4)