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Hearty Beef Barley Soup

Close-up of a dark bowl filled with rich beef barley soup, featuring chunks of beef, carrots, and celery.
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Make this filling beef barley soup with tender beef and vegetables. It is a simple one-pot dinner perfect for cold weather and great for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup pearl barley, rinsed
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef pieces on all sides. Remove the beef and set it aside.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the mushrooms and cook until they release their liquid, about 5 minutes more. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Return the beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and water. Add the rinsed barley, diced tomatoes, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked through. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Stir in the salt, pepper, and frozen peas. Cook uncovered for 5 more minutes, or until the peas are heated through.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Notes

  • This soup freezes well. Cool completely before storing in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
  • For a richer flavor, sear the beef in batches to get a better brown crust.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of cold water during the last 10 minutes of cooking.

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