Beef, Barley and Dried Mushroom Soup

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 5
Beef, Barley and Dried Mushroom Soup - A hearty soup recipe perfect for cold days
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Prep

10 min

Cook

70 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion , diced
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced carrot
3 cloves garlic , minced
1/4 cup dried funghi porcini , stems discarded
1/4 cup dried shiitake mushroom , stems discarded
1 lb beef , cubed
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 chipotle chile in adobo , diced
6 cups water , if possible bottled or filtered
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon beef base
3 ounces tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 fresh bay leaf
1/2 cup barley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
399
Sugar
5g
Fat
14g
This Beef, Barley and Dried Mushroom Soup is a hearty and healthy recipe perfect for cold days. This soup is packed with a combination of beef, barley and mushrooms, making it ideal for a nutritionally balanced meal. The recipe requires some time and effort to prepare but the end result is worth it. The aroma of the various spices and ingredients simmering together will permeate your home and whet your appetite. This soup is versatile and can be served as a complete meal or paired with a salad or bread for a lighter option.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add the diced onion, celery and carrots and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
3.Add minced garlic, diced chipotle chile, diced funghi porcini, diced shiitake mushrooms and cubed beef to the pot and cook until the meat is browned and the veggies are tender.
4.Stir in tomato paste, beef base, dried oregano, fresh bay leaf, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper to combine.
5.Add water and bring the mixture to a boil.
6.Reduce heat to low and add barley to the soup.
7.Cover the pot and simmer for about 45 minutes until the barley is tender and the soup is thickened to your preference.

PROS

This soup is packed with protein and fiber, keeping you full and satisfied for longer.

The combination of beef, barley and mushrooms make this a nutritionally balanced meal.

CONS

This recipe requires some time and effort to prepare, not a quick meal option.

If you’re watching your sodium intake, adjust the seasoning accordingly as beef base and Worcestershire sauce are high in sodium content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein, iron, zinc and vitamin B12.
Mushrooms are low in calories and high in antioxidants, supporting a healthy immune system.
Barley is a nutritious whole grain, providing fiber, vitamins and minerals that can help reduce inflammation and promote digestive health.

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