Ingredients
Beef Barley Soup recipe includes the following ;
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ pound stew beef, cut into ½-inch pieces
1 medium-size yellow onion, coarsely chopped
2 medium carrots, cut into ¼-inch coins
1 medium garlic clove, finely minced
6 cups Rich Beef Stock or low-sodium canned beef broth
¼ cup barley, rinsed
2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh thyme
Parsley, for garnishBeef barley soup is a warm and nourishing meal that’s just right for cozy fall nights. Hearty chunks of beef melt in your mouth, and nutty, chewy bits of barley dot the deeply flavored broth. Though this dish might look like it simmered all day, the recipe only requires about an hour on the stove top. It’s a simple meal made with just a few ingredients—most of which you probably already have in your kitchen.
TIPS
For best results, use homemade stock rather than store-bought for this recipe. Using homemade stock lets you stay completely in control of the ingredients. Some store-bought stock is saltier than others and some blander than others.
The Best Beef Stew Meat
It starts by searing the beef in a hot pan, then sautéing onions, carrots, and garlic. Scraping any stuck-on bits from the pan is an important part of building flavor. Then the beef goes back to the pot and simmers with beef stock, barley, and herbs until both the meat and the grains are tender. Serve the soup topped with fresh parsley with plenty of crusty bread for a filling and flavorful meal.
For this recipe, it’s best to use boneless stew meat. We recommend using beef chuck or boneless short ribs—both of which are hearty cuts that will soften while cooking without getting mushy, so they still retain their shape. Look for a cut of meat that has some marbling to it, which means there is a good amount of thin fat lines running through it. When preparing your meat for stew, be sure to cut each piece into a similar shape and size. That way you can ensure that all pieces of meat will cook at a similar rate, and you won’t have one piece that’s overcooked with another piece that’s underdone in Beef Barley Soup.
And there you have it—another incredible recipe to bring joy to your kitchen and your taste buds! Cooking is all about experimenting, having fun, and sharing delicious moments with those you love. Whether you’re whipping this up for a quick weeknight dinner or serving it at a special gathering, I hope this dish brings you as much happiness as it brought me while making it.
Remember, the best part of cooking is the creativity you can pour into every meal. Don’t be afraid to adjust flavors, try new ingredients, or even add a personal twist. Cooking is your playground!
As always, I’d love to hear how your version turned out, so feel free to share your thoughts, photos, and any fun variations you came up with. Happy cooking, and may every meal be filled with love, laughter, and a lot of flavor!
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