Meaty Beef Barley Soup Recipe
By Susan Bergen
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Description: This recipe is a gem from the archives of Pioneer Lodge, a Seniors Residence. It’s a good hearty soup that’s guaranteed to please all tastes.
Recipe Category: One Dish Meal
Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Vegetable, Meat, Canadian, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 cups | Water |
| 6 1/2 | Beef bouillon cubes |
| 28 oz | Canned tomatoes |
| 10 | Carrots |
| 2 | Potatoes |
| 2 | Onions |
| 1 | Celery stalk |
| 1 cup | Pearl barley |
| 1 cup | Pot barley |
| 1 cup | Water |
| 1 tbsp | Parsley flakes |
| 1 tsp | Sugar |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1/4 tsp | Pepper |
| 1/4 tsp | Thyme |
| 3 cups | Roast beef, diced |
Instructions:
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Prepare Broth: Heat 6 cups of water in a large pot and add the beef bouillon cubes. Stir well until the cubes are fully dissolved.
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Add Ingredients: To the pot, add the canned tomatoes (including their juices), chopped carrots, diced potatoes, sliced onions, chopped celery stalk, pearl barley, and pot barley.
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Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for about 1 and a half hours. This slow simmering allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Add Roast Beef: After the initial simmering time, add the diced roast beef to the pot and continue simmering for an additional half hour. This step ensures that the beef becomes tender and infused with the flavors of the soup.
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Serve: Once the soup is done simmering, ladle it into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, garnish each serving with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for added flavor and presentation.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 83.3
- Fat Content: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 1.4mg
- Sodium Content: 2613.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.6g
- Fiber Content: 2.1g
- Sugar Content: 5.5g
- Protein Content: 3.7g
Yield:
This recipe yields approximately 22 cups of hearty and delicious Meaty Beef Barley Soup.
This recipe is a perfect choice for a comforting weeknight meal or a hearty lunch. The combination of tender beef, wholesome barley, and flavorful vegetables creates a soup that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Plus, with a prep time of just 20 minutes and a total cook time of 1 hour and 50 minutes, it’s a convenient option for busy cooks. Whether you’re serving it to family, friends, or guests at a gathering, this Meaty Beef Barley Soup is sure to be a hit! π²
