Description

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Beef and Barley Soup, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for chilly days. Tender beef, nutritious barley, and aromatic herbs come together in a rich broth for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Beef Stew:

1 pound beef stew meat (cut into bite-sized cubes)
2 tablespoons olive oil

Vegetables:

1 medium onion (chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
3 medium carrots (sliced)
2 celery stalks (sliced)

Broth and Seasonings:

6 cups beef broth
1 cup pearl barley
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
2 bay leaves
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Garnish:

2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

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Instructions

Brown the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot, brown beef cubes on all sides, then set aside.
Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
Cook the Soup: Return beef to the pot, add broth, tomatoes, barley, herbs, and seasonings. Simmer covered until beef is tender and barley is cooked.
Adjust and Serve: Remove bay leaves, adjust seasoning, and garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

For a thicker soup, simmer uncovered for the last 15 minutes.
This soup freezes well for up to 3 months.
Use pearl barley for best texture.