Best 8 2bleus Beef Barley Soup Or Chicken Barley Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the hearty goodness of 2Bleus' Beef Barley Soup and Chicken Barley Soup, two comforting and nourishing recipes that are perfect for chilly days. Crafted with simple, wholesome ingredients, these soups are packed with flavor and brimming with tender chunks of meat, hearty barley, and a medley of vegetables.

The beef barley soup showcases the rich flavors of succulent beef, slow-cooked until fall-apart tender, complemented by the chewy texture of pearl barley. A symphony of carrots, celery, and onions adds sweetness and depth, while a savory broth infused with herbs and spices brings everything together in perfect harmony.

For those who prefer a lighter option, the chicken barley soup offers a delightful variation. Tender pieces of chicken breast or thigh simmered in a flavorful broth create a delicate yet satisfying base. The addition of barley lends a delightful chewiness, while a colorful array of vegetables, including carrots, celery, and peas, adds a vibrant touch.

Both soups are incredibly versatile and can be easily customized to suit your preferences. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables, herbs, or spices to create a unique and personalized culinary experience. Whether you're looking for a comforting meal on a cold winter night or a nourishing lunch to warm your soul, these 2Bleus soups are sure to delight and satisfy.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF BARLEY SOUP FOR 2



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Who knew you could simmer up such a hearty soup in 30 minutes? This is packed with my favorite homey veggies and savory roast beef.-Sue Jurack, Mequon, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons each chopped carrot, celery and onion
1 teaspoon butter
1 cup water
1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
1/2 cup cubed cooked roast beef
1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes
1/4 cup quick-cooking barley
2 tablespoons frozen peas
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute the carrot, celery and onion in butter until tender. Add the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until barley is tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 650mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

2BLEU'S BEEF BARLEY SOUP (OR CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP)



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Barley is a wonderfully versatile cereal grain with a rich nutlike flavor and an appealing chewy, pasta-like consistency. When the weather's cold, a big pot of soup simmering on the stove warms the heart as well as the hearth. In addition to its robust flavor, barley's claim to nutritional fame is based on its being a very good source of fiber. If you can't find barley in your grocery store, you can purchase some of excellent quality pearl barley at www.nutsonline.com If you'd like to try our vegetarian version, click here: Recipe #390750 This can be made as chicken Barley soup as well, just change 2 ingredients (see list).

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Meat

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb beef sirloin steak, cubed small (or b or s chicken breast)
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups beef broth (or chicken broth, we use Better Than Bullion paste)
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup pearl barley
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
1 bay leaf
4 carrots, sliced
4 stalks celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped into large pieces
4 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced (optional)
salt and black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preparing Barley: Like all grains, before cooking barley, rinse it thoroughly under running water and then remove any dirt or debris that you may find.
  • In a large dutch oven heat oil over medium heat, Add meat and garlic. Cook until meat is browned; drain if necessary.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1-1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally until barley and carrots are tender and fully cooked.
  • Season to taste with additional salt & black pepper and serve. NOTES: Add more water if soup becomes too thick upon standing. Pearl barley takes a minimum of 1 hour to cook, whereas hulled barley takes 1.5 hours or more.

COMFORTING BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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When the weather outside is nippy, we want a bowl of soup that's chock-full of beef, barley and veggies. It's the most delicious way to warm up. -Sue Jurack, Mequon, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon butter
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onion
4 cups beef broth
4 cups water
2 cups chopped cooked roast beef
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup quick-cooking barley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute carrot, celery and onion until tender, 4-5 minutes., Add broth, water, beef, tomatoes, barley and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add peas; heat through, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 652mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEST BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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This is one of my favourite recipes for leftover roast beef - its delicious on a cold winter night!!If you don't have leftover beef, substitute with 1 lb of extra-lean ground beef, to be cooked with the onions. "Demi glace" or "au jus" can be found with the prepackaged gravies & sauces in the supermarket - you just won't get the same great flavour if you omit it!!

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 large carrot, diced
1 stalk celery, sliced thin
2 cups beef broth
2 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups water
1 cup barley
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cooked cubed roast beef (at least)
1 (1 ounce) package demi-glace or 1 (1 ounce) package au jus mix

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large Dutch oven.
  • Saute onions and garlic.
  • Add veggies and cook for about 10 minutes.
  • Add broth, water and barley.
  • Cover the pot and bring to a boil.
  • Add Worcestershire, spices and beef.
  • Stir in demi-glace.
  • Lower heat and simmer for 30- 45 minutes or until veggies and barley are tender.

HEARTY BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP



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This hearty beef and barley soup is a favorite menu item in our house throughout the year. Everyone savors the flavor. -Elizabeth Kendall, Carolina Beach, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h10m

Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound beef top round steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
2 cups water
1/3 cup medium pearl barley
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Brown beef on all sides; drain. Stir in broth, water, barley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. , Add carrots, celery, onion and parsley; cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are tender, 30-40 minutes. Stir in peas; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 859mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN WITH BARLEY SOUP



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This is a high-protein, high-fiber, and low-fat recipe that is very filling. I usually double the recipe so I have plenty of leftovers. The soup freezes well. This soup comes out very thick; if you like a thinner soup, add more water or reduce the barley to 1/2 cup. This soup recipe is very flexible. Adjust amount of veggies and seasonings to your family's taste.

Provided by Carolyn LaLumiere Miller

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Barley Soup Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 cups water
2 pounds chicken thighs, or more to taste
1 ½ cups chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery (try to include celery leaves)
1 onion, chopped
¾ cup pearl barley
3 bay leaves
1 cube chicken bouillon, or more to taste
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine water, chicken thighs, and bay leaves in a large stock pot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, place a cover on the pot, and cook at a simmer until the chicken is tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove chicken to a cutting board to cool. Remove and discard bones, skin, and fat from chicken. Cut remaining meat into bite-sized pieces.
  • Cool broth until the fat congeals on the surface. Skim and discard fat.
  • Return soup to heat; add carrots, celery, onion, pearl barley, bay leaves, chicken bouillon, poultry seasoning, sage, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil, reduce heat to low, place cover on the pot, and simmer until the barley is cooked and the vegetables are tender, 60 to 90 minutes. Stir lemon juice into the soup just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 85.2 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 27.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 703.5 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP



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Warm up with a bowl of soup that's brimming with healthy grains and bright vegetables.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 carrots, diced small
4 celery stalks, diced small
1 medium yellow onion, diced small
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
Coarse salt and ground pepper
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
5 sprigs thyme
1 cup quick-cooking barley
5 ounces baby spinach (5 cups)

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven or other heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add carrots, celery, and onion. Cook until just tender, about 8 minutes. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring, until chicken is opaque at edges, about 2 minutes.
  • Add broth and thyme and bring to a boil. Stir in barley. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until barley is tender and chicken is cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Add spinach and cook until wilted, 1 minute. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP III



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This is what I consider the ultimate beef soup. Great on a frosty day. For beef stock, I use 2 1/2 quarts water and 6 teaspoons beef base. Also, use inexpensive red wine. No need for the good stuff here, and cheaper actually works better! Try with leftover pot roast.

Provided by Barb Y

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Barley Soup Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
2 cloves garlic, minced
10 cups beef stock
¾ cup barley
1 bay leaf
3 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
½ cup red wine
2 cups cubed potatoes
2 cups diced cooked beef
1 teaspoon browning sauce
1 ½ cups chopped cabbage
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine the oil, onions, celery, carrots, and garlic. Saute for 5 minutes, or until tender. Add the beef stock, barley, bay leaf and thyme and simmer until barley is softened but not mushy. Add the wine, potatoes and beef.
  • Add the browning and seasoning sauce now if you want your soup to have more of a brown color. Simmer another 15 minutes and add the cabbage. Allow to simmer another 15 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender. Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Cholesterol 28.2 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 114.5 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality beef or chicken broth for the best flavor.
  • Brown the beef or chicken before adding it to the soup to develop more flavor.
  • Add vegetables such as carrots, celery, and onions to the soup for added nutrition and flavor.
  • Use pearl barley instead of regular barley for a chewier texture.
  • Cook the soup in a slow cooker for a richer flavor.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

This 2bleus beef barley soup or chicken barley soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you prefer beef or chicken, this soup is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a comforting and delicious soup, give this 2bleus beef barley soup or chicken barley soup a try.

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