Description
Beef and Barley Soup is the ultimate fall comfort food, combining tender beef, hearty barley, and a medley of fresh vegetables to create a warm, inviting bowl of goodness. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for crisp autumn evenings, evoking nostalgia while nourishing the soul. With rich flavors and a satisfying texture, this dish is ideal for family dinners or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound beef chuck roast, cubed
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Chop the onions, carrots, and celery into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and brown the cubed beef chuck roast on all sides.
- Add the chopped onions, carrots, and celery to the pot; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, and bay leaves until fragrant.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil; then add pearl barley. Cover and simmer on low heat for about an hour or until the beef is fork-tender.
- Remove bay leaves before serving and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg