Print

beef and barley soup

Print Recipe

Hearty beef and barley soup is a comforting blend of tender beef, wholesome barley, and fresh vegetables simmered to perfection in a flavorful broth.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef cubes and brown on all sides.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in beef broth and diced tomatoes along with their juice.
  4. Add pearl barley, dried thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until beef is tender and barley is cooked.
  6. Remove bay leaves. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For an extra rich flavor, brown the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan; serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Find it online: https://seasonedrecipe.com/beef-and-barley-soup-hearty-comfort/