Description
Beef Barley Soup is a cozy, heartwarming dish that brings the whole family together around the table. With tender chunks of beef, chewy barley, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered to perfection, this soup is not only delicious but also nourishing. Perfect for chilly days or casual gatherings, each bowl is a celebration of flavor and comfort that warms both the body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef chuck roast, cubed
- 1/2 cup pearl barley, rinsed
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear the cubed beef until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes).
- Add chopped onion, diced carrots, and celery; sauté until onions are translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic along with thyme and bay leaf; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in beef broth and add rinsed barley. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 1.5 hours or until the beef is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg