Description
This hearty and comforting beef barley soup is filled with tender beef, vegetables, and wholesome barley. Perfect for a cozy meal on a cold day, it’s simple to make and full of rich, savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef stew meat, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup barley
- 8 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the beef stew meat over medium heat.
- Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are soft.
- Stir in the barley, beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until the barley is tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use any type of beef stew meat or chuck roast for this recipe.
- For a thicker soup, reduce the amount of broth slightly or add a slurry of cornstarch and water towards the end of cooking.
- Leftover soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour