Description
Beef and Barley Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming up on chilly days. This hearty dish features tender chunks of beef, chewy pearl barley, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in flavorful broth. Each spoonful delivers a rich, savory taste that not only satisfies your hunger but also brings back fond memories of family gatherings around the dinner table. Easy to prepare and incredibly nourishing, this soup is an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or cozy weekend meals with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil. Brown the beef on all sides for about 5 minutes.
- Add the onion and garlic; sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in carrots and celery, then add thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in beef broth and water; bring to a boil.
- Add the pearl barley; reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 1 hour until barley is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg