Beef and Barley Soup 🥣
Description: Dive into the heartiness of this comforting Beef and Barley Soup recipe, perfect for those cozy weeknights when you crave warmth and flavor in a bowl. Tender beef, wholesome barley, and a medley of vegetables come together in a savory broth that’s sure to satisfy.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Servings: 6 servings
Cook Time: 3 hours
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
Calories per Serving: 80.9
Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Fat Content: 0.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0.1mg
- Sodium Content: 973.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 17.6g
- Fiber Content: 3.9g
- Sugar Content: 5.5g
- Protein Content: 2.6g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat
- 1 tsp salt
- 1-2 bay leaves
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 4 celery stalks, chopped
- 1/3 – 1/2 cup barley
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 can Italian-style tomatoes
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 beef bouillon cube
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Start by placing the beef stew meat and soup bone in a heavy 3-quart kettle. Cover them with cold water, about 4 cups. Add in salt, pepper, and bay leaves.
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Bring to Boil: Bring the mixture rapidly to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Simmer: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Add carrots, barley, celery, and onion to the pot. Cover and simmer gently until the meat is tender, which should take about 2 ½ hours.
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Remove Bone and Bay Leaves: Once the meat is tender, carefully remove and discard the soup bone and bay leaves from the pot.
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Cut Meat: Cut the cooked meat into bite-size pieces, then return them to the soup.
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Add Flavor: Stir in the Italian-style tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, beef bouillon cube, and dried parsley. Allow the flavors to meld together by covering the pot and simmering for an additional 30 minutes.
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Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls, and if desired, garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting warmth and rich flavors of this Beef and Barley Soup!
This recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something nourishing and delicious but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll have a hearty soup ready to enjoy with your loved ones in no time. So, gather your ingredients, simmer up a pot of goodness, and savor every spoonful of this comforting Beef and Barley Soup!
