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Beef Barley Soup

Easy Beef Barley Soup

A hearty soup made with tender beef, chewy barley, and flavorful vegetables simmered in rich broth. Perfect for cozy dinners, comforting lunches, and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 3
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 1 lb beef stew meat cut into small cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Filling
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • Topping / Broth
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • ¾ cup pearl barley
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf

Method
 

  1. Brown beef cubes in olive oil in a large pot.
  2. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery and cook until softened.
  3. Pour in beef broth and diced tomatoes.
  4. Stir in barley, tomato paste, and seasonings.
  5. Simmer until beef and barley are tender.