How to Make Beef Barley Soup

Sometimes there’s nothing more satisfying than a nice bowl of soup. Beef barley soup is a timeless classic that you can make using these simple steps.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 lb. beef, cut into chunks
• 2 cups carrots, sliced
• 1 cup celery, diced
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup, uncooked barley
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 6 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tbsp. tomato paste
• Black pepper to taste

1. In a dutch oven, brown chunks of beef in a small amount of oil. Add celery and carrots and lightly sauté.

2. Add 1/2 cup of water to beef and vegetables. Stir in parsley, dried basil, tomato paste, salt and black pepper to taste.

3. Add 6 cups of beef broth, a bay leaf and the barley.

4. Let soup simmer covered on medium heat for one hour and 45 minutes until soup has thickened.

Tips & Warnings

• Add vegetables such as peas and potatoes for variety.

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