Crock Pot Beef Bacon and Barley Soup

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 1
Crock Pot Beef Bacon and Barley Soup
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

8 hrs

Ready In

8 hrs 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 slices bacon , cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 1/2 lbs boneless beef steaks , cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 medium onion , chopped
4 small red potatoes , cut into 1/2 inch cubes ( about 2 cups )
1 1/2 cups fresh baby carrots , cut in half length wise
1 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup uncooked regular pearl barley
2 cans beef broth
1 can diced tomatoes seasoned with basil garlic & oregano , undrained
1 jar beef gravy

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
341
Sugar
8g
Fat
15g
When cooler weather hits, there's nothing better than a bowl of warm and comforting soup. This Crock Pot Beef Bacon and Barley Soup fits the bill perfectly, with tender beef, smoky bacon, and hearty barley. Loaded with vegetables like carrots and potatoes, this soup is a meal in itself. It's easy to make in the slow cooker, so you can set it and forget it until dinnertime. Serve with warm bread or crackers for a satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, then transfer to the slow cooker.
2.In the same skillet, brown beef in batches, then add to slow cooker.
3.Add onion, potatoes, carrots, corn, barley, beef broth, tomatoes, and beef gravy to slow cooker.
4.Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until beef and vegetables are tender.

PROS

This hearty soup is the ultimate comfort food, packed with flavor and nutrition.

The slow cooker makes meal prep a breeze, and the leftovers are just as delicious the next day.

CONS

This soup can be high in sodium due to the canned ingredients and beef broth.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or keto diet due to the barley and potatoes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is a great source of protein and vegetables, and the barley provides a good source of fiber.
The vitamins and minerals in the vegetables can help support a healthy immune system and overall health.

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