Description
This Beef Barley Soup recipe is a comforting, hearty meal filled with tender beef, nutritious vegetables, and chewy barley, making it perfect for any occasion. The flavorful broth enhances the wholesome ingredients, providing a satisfying dish that's ideal for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- Beef stew meat
- Pearl barley
- Carrots
- Celery
- Onion
- Garlic
- Beef broth
- Bay leaf
- Thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
- Water
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot and brown the beef stew meat.
- Add chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Pour in beef broth and water, then add barley, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours until beef and barley are tender.
- Remove bay leaf and adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, sear the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.
- Add additional vegetables like potatoes or mushrooms for variety.
- This soup freezes well for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg