Beef Barley Soup…my Version

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 13
A hearty Beef Barley Soup recipe to warm you up on a chilly day
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 quarts beef stock or 2 quarts broth
1 cup diced carrot
1 cup diced celery
1 cup diced onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 cups cooked pearl barley
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
salt , optional ( to taste )
1 lb beef , already cooked ( ground , shredded or chopped )
2 cans crushed tomatoes or 1 quart tomato juice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
380
Sugar
7g
Fat
18g
Beef Barley Soup is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and delicious to eat. The soup is made with beef stock, diced carrots, celery, and onion, and cooked pearl barley. The vegetables and grains make the soup filling and substantial, while the beef adds protein and flavor. Herbs like oregano, basil, and bay leaves add warmth and depth to the soup, making it a perfect choice for a chilly day. The soup can be made ahead of time and reheated for later use, or frozen for future meals. This recipe is my version, but there are many variations of the soup to suit your tastes.

Instructions

1.Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2.Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot and cook until tender, stirring occasionally.
3.Add the minced garlic to the pot and stir for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
4.Pour in the beef stock or broth, crushed tomatoes or tomato juice, cooked pearl barley, oregano, basil, bay leaves, black pepper, and optional salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat.
5.Let the soup simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6.Add the cooked beef to the soup and let it heat through before serving. Remove the bay leaves before serving.

PROS

This soup is hearty and filling, perfect for lunch or dinner on a cold day.

The recipe is versatile and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or herbs.

Barley is a nutritious whole grain that adds fiber to the soup.

CONS

The cooking time for this soup is quite long, so it may not be the best choice for a weeknight meal.

Depending on the type of beef used, the soup may be high in fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a good source of protein and fiber from the beef and barley.
The vegetables in the soup provide vitamins and minerals, while the broth can help with hydration.
Barley has been linked to improved digestion and may help lower cholesterol levels.

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