Best 4 Bacon Beef Barley Soup Recipes

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**Bacon Beef Barley Soup: A Hearty and Flavorful Meal for Chilly Days**

As the colder months approach, there's nothing quite like a warm and hearty bowl of soup to chase away the chill. Our bacon beef barley soup is the ultimate comfort food, packed with savory flavors and wholesome ingredients. This classic soup features tender beef chuck roast, smoky bacon, and plump barley, all simmered in a rich and flavorful broth. It's a one-pot meal that's easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. With its combination of protein, carbohydrates, and vegetables, this soup is a nutritionally balanced meal that will keep you satisfied and energized. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and comforting soup to warm you up on a cold day, our bacon beef barley soup has you covered. So grab your ingredients and let's get cooking!

**Additional Recipes Included:**

1. **Easy Corn Chowder:** Creamy, comforting, and bursting with sweet corn flavor, this corn chowder is a classic for a reason. Made with fresh or frozen corn, potatoes, and a blend of spices, it's a quick and easy soup that's perfect for busy weeknights.

2. **Loaded Baked Potato Soup:** Indulge in the flavors of a classic loaded baked potato, but in a warm and comforting soup. This creamy and cheesy soup is filled with tender potatoes, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and your favorite loaded potato toppings. It's a hearty and satisfying soup that's perfect for a cold day.

3. **Slow Cooker Beef Stew:** Let your slow cooker do the work with this classic beef stew. Tender chunks of beef, hearty vegetables, and a rich and flavorful broth come together in this comforting and satisfying stew. It's the perfect meal to prepare ahead of time and enjoy on a busy weeknight.

4. **Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup:** Nothing beats a classic chicken noodle soup when you're feeling under the weather or craving comfort food. This homemade version is made with tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and a rich and comforting broth. It's a simple yet delicious soup that's sure to soothe your soul.

Let's cook with our recipes!

BACON-BEEF BARLEY SOUP



Bacon-Beef Barley Soup image

Here's a robust dish that's perfect for hungry teenage boys! Served over creamy mashed potatoes, this quick, comforting soup will really hit the spot. -Cathy Peterson, Menominee, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 7h40m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bacon strips, chopped
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
4 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise
1 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup medium pearl barley
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
1 jar (12 ounces) home-style beef gravy
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Mashed potatoes, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, cook beef and onion until meat is browned; drain., In a 5-qt. slow cooker, layer the potatoes, carrots, corn and barley. Top with beef mixture and bacon. Combine the broth, tomatoes, gravy and pepper; pour over top (do not stir)., Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender. Stir before serving. Serve over mashed potatoes if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 1218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

SLOW-COOKER BEEF, BACON AND BARLEY SOUP



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Beef-flavored broth is the robust base for this slow cooked dinner loaded with beef, Frozen Corn, bacon and barley.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 lb. boneless beef round steak, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
4 small red potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
1 1/2 cups fresh baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise
1 cup frozen corn
1/2 cup uncooked regular pearl barley
2 (14-oz.) cans beef broth
1 (14.5-oz.) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained
1 (12-oz.) jar beef gravy

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add beef and onion; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until beef is browned, stirring occasionally.
  • In 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker, layer potatoes, carrots, corn and barley. Top with beef mixture. Pour broth, tomatoes and gravy over top. Do not stir.
  • Cover; cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 50 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 870 mg, Sugar 4 g

BACON, BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP



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With a medley of barley, beef and vegetables, this thick, stew-like soup is brimming with flavor and texture. Every spoonful will warm you from head to toe on cold winter evenings.-Rachel Kohnen, Pomeroy, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h50m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 bacon strips, diced
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium onions, chopped
4 medium carrots, chopped
1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms
1 cup dry red wine or beef broth
8 cups beef broth, divided
4 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
1 teaspoon dried thyme or 4 fresh thyme sprigs, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 cup medium pearl barley
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Brown beef in drippings. Remove and set aside., In the same pan, saute the onions, carrots and mushrooms until tender. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in 4 cups broth, mustard, thyme, bay leaf and beef. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until beef is tender., Stir in the barley, salt, pepper and remaining broth. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until barley is tender. Discard bay leaf. Stir in bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 1164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SLOW-COOKER BEEF, BACON AND BARLEY SOUP RECIPE - (4.4/5)



SLOW-COOKER BEEF, BACON AND BARLEY SOUP Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Marinel

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-pieces
1 1/2 pounds boneless beef round steak cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 medium onion chopped (1/2) cup
4 small red potatoes unpeeled, cut into 1/2 inch cubes (about 2 cups)
1 1/2 cups fresh baby carrots cut in half lengthwise
1 cup Green Giant Niblets Frozen corn
1/2 cup uncooked regular pearl barley
2 (14 oz) cans beef broth
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with basil garlic and oregano, undrained
1 (12 oz jar) beef gravy

Steps:

  • 1. Cook bacon in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add beef and onion; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until feef is browned, stirring occasionally. 2. In 3 1/2 to 4 qt slow cooker, layer potatoes, carrots, corn and barley. Top with beef mixture. Pour broth tomatoes, and gravy over top. Do not stir. 3. Cover and cook on low setting for 6 hours. Stir before serving.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your soup will taste. Look for fresh, flavorful vegetables, and use a good quality beef broth.
  • Brown the beef and bacon: Browning the beef and bacon adds a lot of flavor to the soup. Be sure to brown them well, but don't overcook them.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 1 hour: Simmering the soup for at least 1 hour allows the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer the soup, the better it will taste.
  • Add the barley towards the end of cooking: Barley takes about 30 minutes to cook, so add it to the soup towards the end of cooking to prevent it from becoming overcooked.
  • Season the soup to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a bit of Worcestershire sauce or red wine vinegar for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Bacon Beef Barley Soup is a hearty, flavorful soup that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's also relatively easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover beef and bacon. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying soup, give this recipe a try!

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