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Beef and Barley Soup

Beef and Barley Soup

A comforting Beef and Barley Soup that's hearty and satisfying, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Comfort Dinners
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil adds a rich depth to the soup
  • 1.5 pounds Beef stew meat offers tenderness and robust flavor
  • to taste Salt season to taste
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper season to taste
  • 1 medium Yellow onion enhances sweetness and aroma
  • 2 stalks Diced celery adds a crunchy texture
  • 2 medium Diced carrots brings color and natural sweetness
  • 4 cloves Grated or minced garlic infuses aroma
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste adds richness to the broth
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning provides robust herbal flavor
For the Flavor Boost
  • 2 sprigs Fresh thyme imparts fragrant flavor
  • 2 pieces Bay leaves adds depth
  • 3 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce enhances savory profile
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce boosts flavor complexity
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes brings acidity and texture
For the Heartiness
  • 6 cups Low-sodium beef broth serves as soup foundation
  • 1 cup Pearled barley gives a hearty texture
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1/4 cup Chopped flat-leaf parsley adds freshness

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Pour the olive oil into a large pot and warm it over medium-high heat.
  2. Add half of the beef stew meat to the pot, seasoning it with salt and pepper. Sear until browned and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, toss in the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Return the seared beef to the pot, followed by the tomato paste, Italian seasoning, thyme, bay leaves, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and diced tomatoes. Mix everything together.
  5. Pour in the beef broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer uncovered for 45-60 minutes.
  6. Stir in the uncooked pearled barley, cover the pot, and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
  7. Remove the bay leaves and thyme stems, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve warm.
  8. Optional: Garnish with chopped flat-leaf parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, brown the beef in batches and adjust the seasoning throughout the cooking process.

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