Beef and Barley Soup

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Beef and Barley Soup

1 can chicken broth
1 can beef broth
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 onion, chopped
1 cup shredded already cooked beef roast
1/2 cup medium pearl barley

Pour the broths into a Dutch oven or soup pot. Add 3 cups water and bring to a boil over high heat. While the liquid is heating, slice the carrots, adding them to the pot as you slice. Peel and chop the onion, adding it to the pot as you chop. Add the beef and barley. When the soup begins to boil, reduce the heat to med-low. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the veggies and barley are tender, about 45 minutes.