Beef Barley Mushroom Soup Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 2 hours
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4-6
Description:
Warm up your winter evenings with this hearty Beef Barley Mushroom Soup. Packed with tender beef, earthy mushrooms, and wholesome barley, this comforting soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy weekend meals with the family. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s sure to become a staple in your recipe collection.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 – 1 pound beef, cubed
- 1/8 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1-2 onions, chopped
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 – 3/4 cup quick-cooking barley
- Water (enough to cover the beef)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Place the cubed beef in a large stockpot or Dutch oven. |
| 2 | Pour enough water into the pot to completely cover the beef. |
| 3 | Simmer the beef over low heat for about 1 hour, or until tender. |
| 4 | After the beef is tender, add the sliced mushrooms, chopped onions, and minced garlic to the pot. |
| 5 | Cover the pot and continue to simmer for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. |
| 6 | Once the vegetables are tender, stir in the quick-cooking barley. |
| 7 | Continue to simmer the soup for another 30 minutes, or until the barley is cooked through and tender. |
| 8 | Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. |
| 9 | Serve the Beef Barley Mushroom Soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 464.6
- Fat: 40.8g
- Saturated Fat: 16.8g
- Cholesterol: 56.2mg
- Sodium: 42.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 0.2g
- Protein: 7.6g
Keywords:
Vegetable, Meat, Winter, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, you can use beef broth instead of water to cook the beef.
- Feel free to customize the soup by adding your favorite vegetables such as carrots, celery, or potatoes.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) during the last few minutes of cooking.
- This soup tastes even better the next day, so consider making a double batch and storing the leftovers for quick and satisfying meals throughout the week.
- Serve the soup with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
This Beef Barley Mushroom Soup is not only delicious and nutritious but also incredibly versatile. Whether you’re cooking for your family or entertaining guests, this soup is sure to impress. Enjoy the comforting flavors and warmth of this homemade soup all winter long!
