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Savory beef vegetable barley soup with tender meat and fresh greens.

Beef And Barley Stew

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 472 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 1 cup pearl barley rinsed
  • 6 cups beef broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper, then add to the pot. Brown the beef on all sides, then remove and set aside.
    Searing beef chunks in a skillet for beef stew recipe.
  • In the same pot, add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
    Sautéed vegetables in a skillet with carrots, celery, onion, and garlic ready for a flavorful dish.
  • Return the beef to the pot. Add the barley, beef broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked.
    Savory beef stew with carrots, celery, orzo pasta, and herbs in a skillet.
  • Remove the bay leaf. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 36gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 1.044mgFiber: 7g
Keyword Beef And Barley Stew
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