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Beef Barley Soup

A hearty one-pot soup with tender beef, chewy barley, and soft vegetables in a savory broth. Perfect for a warming weeknight dinner.

Total time
75 min
Servings
6
Calories
385
Protein
32g
Beef Barley Soup
comfortwholesomeamericanbeeftenderheartySoupweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add beef in a single layer. Sear without stirring until deeply browned, 3-4 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Stir and continue cooking until all surfaces are brown, another 2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add onion, carrots, and celery. Stir constantly until vegetables soften, 4-5 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Add barley and broth. Stir once to combine and bring to a boil.

  6. Step 6

    Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until beef is fork-tender, 60-70 minutes.

  7. Step 7

    Taste and season with salt and pepper. Serve hot in bowls.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot (6+ quarts)
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • wooden spoon
  • ladle

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