Beef Barley Soup
Beef Barley Soup is a cozy and nourishing dish that combines tender beef, chewy barley, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in savory broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this hearty soup warms both the body and soul. With rich flavors and satisfying textures, each bowl invites you to savor the moment and perhaps go back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3/4 cup pearl barley
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 2 tsp fresh)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear beef cubes until browned on all sides, then remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in beef broth and add barley, seared beef, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer gently for about one hour until the beef is tender and barley is cooked through.
- Remove bay leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg