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Beef Barley Soup

A hearty and nourishing beef barley soup loaded with fresh vegetables and fragrant herbs, perfect for cold days and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium-high heat. Toss in the beef stew meat and sear until it's beautifully browned on all sides.
  2. Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the veggies are soft.
  3. Stir in the barley, beef broth, and water. Add in the thyme and rosemary.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 1.5 hours.
  5. Once the beef is tender and the barley has absorbed the flavors, season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

The flavors develop beautifully overnight, making it great for meal prep. You can freeze leftovers for up to three months. Feel free to add seasonal vegetables for variety.