Beef Barley Soup
A hearty and comforting beef barley soup that brings warmth and nostalgia, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Beef stew meat Use bone-in for more flavor.
- 1 cup Barley Main grain of the soup.
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 2 Carrots, diced
- 2 stalks Celery, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 8 cups Beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) Diced tomatoes Add juice.
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 tsp Dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional) Adds color and freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the beef by cutting into small pieces, then heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the beef to brown on all sides.
- Sauté chopped onion, diced carrots, diced celery, and minced garlic for about 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add the barley to the pot and stir to coat it with the juices.
- Pour in the beef broth, stir, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the diced tomatoes along with juice, bay leaf, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Remove the bay leaf and taste the soup, adjusting seasonings if necessary.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors.
Notes
Consider adding fresh herbs like rosemary and red pepper flakes for added flavor. Serve with crusty bread or a salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4g
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