Description
Beef and Barley Soup is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings when you crave something hearty and nourishing. This rich, savory dish features tender chunks of beef simmered with chewy pearl barley, vibrant carrots, and crunchy celery, all enveloped in a flavorful broth. The slow cooking process allows the ingredients to meld beautifully, creating a warm hug in a bowl that is both satisfying and nutritious. Each spoonful bursts with flavor, making this soup ideal for family dinners or meal prep for busy weeknights. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to make it your own, and let the inviting aroma fill your kitchen as you prepare this delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 celery stalks
- 1 medium onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Chop all vegetables: dice onion, slice carrots and celery, and mince garlic. Cut beef into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat and brown the beef in batches. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic, carrots, and celery; cook until softened.
- Return beef to the pot with barley, broth, thyme, and bay leaves; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for about one hour or until barley is tender.
- Adjust seasoning before serving and remove bay leaves.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg