Description
Savor the warmth of homemade beef barley soup as tender beef and hearty barley simmer in a rich, savory broth. This comforting dish is packed with colorful vegetables and aromatic herbs, making it perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep. With its delightful flavors and satisfying texture, this soup will remind you of family gatherings and cherished memories—ideal for chilly days when you need a hug in a bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 8 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the beef chunks on all sides.
- Add onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).
- Stir in carrots and celery; cook until slightly softened (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in beef broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in pearl barley; reduce heat to low and partially cover. Simmer for about 1-1.5 hours until beef and barley are tender.
- Remove bay leaves before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg