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Hearty Beef Barley Soup


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  • Author: Lina Judi
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Description

Warm up with this nourishing Hearty Beef Barley Soup, packed with tender beef, nutritious vegetables, and hearty barley. It’s the perfect comfort food for chilly days!


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb beef stew meat, cut into small cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 large carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 8 cups beef broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
  • Stir in carrots and celery and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the pearl barley, diced tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaf, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • After 45 minutes, add the chopped spinach to the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
  • Remove the bay leaf and discard. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour