Beef with stalks

1 1/4 lb lean grnd beef 1 x (28 ounce.) can crushed tomatoes 2 1/2 c. water 1/2 c. barley 3 lrg carrots , about 8 ounces total 2 med stalks celery 1 lrg Idaho[...]

1 pound beef round or possibly chuck, fat trimmed 1/4 c. soy sauce 1 clove garlic 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or possibly 1/2 teaspoon grnd 1/4 c. salad[...]

3 Tbsp. Unsalted butter 1 1/2 c. Minced onion 1 c. Carrots minced 1/4 c. Vegetable oil 5 lb Beef roast , (chuck, rump or possibly bottom round) covered with a[...]