Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. Saute beef, onions, and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Pour off grease.
  4. Add barley and bacon; sauté 2 to 3 minutes.
  5. Stir in tomato juice, salt and pepper and bring to a low boil.
  6. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
  7. Stir in cabbage and caraway seeds.
  8. Spoon mixture into 2-quart casserole.
  9. Bake for 30 minutes.
  10. Sprinkle with cheese and bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese melts.
  11. Makes 6 servings.