Jan's Crockpot Hamburger Soup

1 onion, chopped

1 (1 lb.) package mixed frozen vegetables (carrots, beans, corn, and peas)

3 ribs celery, chopped, including tops

1 (14 1/2 oz.) can beef broth (or 3 beef bouillon cubes)

1 green pepper, chopped

1 envelope dry onion soup mix

1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce

1/4 c. barley

1/2 t. freshly ground pepper

2 T. fresh oregano, chopped (or 1/2 t. dried oregano)

2 T. fresh basil, chopped (or 1/2 t. dried basil)

2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1/2 t. dried thyme)

1/2 t. paprika

1 bay leaf

1 T. seasoned salt

1 T. soy sauce

1/2 c. fresh, chopped parsley (or 2 T. dried parsley)

1 (7 oz.) package small alphabet-shaped pasta