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Hearty Beef Barley Soup

Hearty Beef Barley Soup
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This Hearty Beef Barley Soup is a comforting and nutritious meal packed with tender beef, wholesome barley, and flavorful vegetables. Slow-simmered to perfection, this soup is rich, filling, and perfect for chilly days.

 

Ingredients

– 1 lb beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces

– 1 tbsp olive oil

– 1 small onion, diced

– 2 cloves garlic, minced

– 2 carrots, sliced

– 2 celery stalks, sliced

– 1 cup mushrooms, sliced

– 3/4 cup pearl barley

– 6 cups beef broth

– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

– 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

– 1 tsp dried thyme

– 1 tsp dried oregano

– 1/2 tsp salt

– 1/4 tsp black pepper

– 1 bay leaf

– 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

2. Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

3. In the same pot, sauté the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and mushrooms until softened, about 5 minutes.

4. Stir in the pearl barley, beef broth, diced tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf.

5. Return the browned beef to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked.

6. Remove the bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed.

7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. Enjoy!

 

Notes

– For a thicker soup, let it simmer uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes.

– Substitute beef with ground beef or leftover roast for variation.

– Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

– Add extra broth when reheating, as barley tends to absorb liquid over time.

 

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