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Hearty Beef Barley Soup: Comforting and Nourishing Recipe

Hearty Beef Barley Soup

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A comforting and nourishing beef barley soup that’s perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound beef stew meat
  • 1 cup barley
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the beef over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add broth, barley, thyme, and bay leaf; bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
  6. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, add more barley.
  • Try adding other vegetables like peas or corn for variation.

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