Maryland Crab Soup

Ingredients

 * 2 qts. cold water
 * 3/4 c. diced celery
 * 3/4 c. barley
 * 5 packets powdered beef bouillon
 * 1 lb. backfin crab meat
 * 1 lb. frozen mixed vegetables
 * 1 (20 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
 * 1 tbsp. vegetable oil
 * 1 tsp. seafood seasoning (or to taste)

Directions

 * 1) Combine water, celery, barley, and bouillon in a large pot and bring to a boil.
 * 2) Reduce to simmer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.
 * 3) Add crab meat, mixed vegetables, tomatoes, oil, and seasoning.
 * 4) Bring to a second boil, reduce to simmer, and cook 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.