Beef Barley Soup
A rich and hearty Beef Barley Soup filled with tender beef, vibrant vegetables, and plump barley, perfect for comforting chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Total Time: 135 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Beef-based
Ingredients
- Beef (chuck roast or stew meat)
- Barley (pearl barley is ideal)
- Carrots (2-3 medium)
- Celery (2-3 stalks)
- Onion (1 medium)
- Garlic (3-4 cloves)
- Beef broth (8 cups)
- Herbs (thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Dice beef into bite-sized chunks and chop the vegetables.
- Sear the beef in a large pot with oil over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes until browned.
- Sauté the onions until translucent, then add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add the carrots and celery, cooking until tender for about 5 minutes.
- Combine the seared beef back in the pot, add the broth, thyme, and bay leaf, then bring to a simmer.
- Let the soup simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours on low heat.
- Stir in barley about 30 minutes before serving, checking for doneness.
- Adjust seasoning before serving and remove bay leaf.
Notes
For a cozy experience, serve in a warm bowl topped with fresh parsley or thyme, and add crusty bread for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: beef soup, barley soup, comfort food, hearty meals, nourishing soup