Daddy's Barley Casserole

My dad has been making this for years and I just adore it. Omit the cheese for it to be vegan.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  cup black olives, sliced
• 2 1⁄2 cups water
• 1  cup barley
• 1  tablespoon salt
• 1  green pepper, chopped
• 1  onion, chopped
• 8  ounces mushrooms, sliced (optional)
• 1  large tomatoes, chopped
• 1  cup celery, chopped
• 1  tablespoon  oil
• 1  cup cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Combine all ingredients (except cheese) in a casserole dish.
3. Bake for 45 minutes, top with cheddar and cook another 15 minutes, or until liquid is gone.