Best 9 Beef And Barley Casserole Recipes

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**Beef and Barley Casserole: A Hearty and Flavorful Dish for All Occasions**

Beef and barley casserole is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. This hearty and flavorful dish is made with beef stew meat, barley, vegetables, and a savory sauce. It is a great way to use up leftover beef, and it is also a budget-friendly meal. This article provides three different recipes for beef and barley casserole, so you can find one that suits your taste and dietary needs. The first recipe is a classic beef and barley casserole made with beef stew meat, barley, carrots, celery, and onions. The second recipe is a slow-cooker beef and barley casserole that is perfect for busy weeknights. The third recipe is a vegetarian beef and barley casserole made with lentils instead of beef. All three recipes are easy to follow and are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEEF AND BARLEY STEW



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Melting-tender beef chunks, perfectly cooked barley, and all the hearty veggies one can ask for. Best of all, it's freezer-friendly!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     entree

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 pounds top sirloin steak, diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 medium sweet onion, diced
3 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery ribs, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups sliced mushrooms
1/3 cup dry red or white wine
8 cups beef stock
1 cup pearled barley, rinsed
5 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Season steak with salt and pepper, to taste. Add to the stockpot and cook, stirring occasionally, until evenly browned, about 6-8 minutes; set aside. Add onion, carrots and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and mushrooms, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and browned, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in wine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the stockpot. Stir in beef stock, barley, thyme, bay leaf and steak. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until barley is tender, about 45 minutes. Remove and discard thyme sprigs and bay leaf. Stir in parsley; season with salt and pepper, to taste.* Serve immediately.

NUTTY BARLEY BAKE



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When I started bringing this distinctive dish to holiday dinners, a lot of people had never seen barley in anything but soup. They have since dubbed me "the barley lady", and now I wouldn't dare bring anything this dish. Even if I double the recipe, I come home with an empty pan. -Renate Crump, Los Angeles, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 cup slivered almonds or pine nuts
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
Additional parsley and green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the onion, barley and nuts in butter until barley is lightly browned. Stir in the parsley, green onions, salt and pepper. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Stir in broth. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until the barley is tender and the liquid is absorbed. If desired, sprinkle with additional parsley and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CHEF JOHN'S BEEF AND BARLEY STEW



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This beautiful bowl of beef and barley would be perfect for your next super-storm. When it comes to stick-to-your-ribs stews, it doesn't get any better than shank. There's so much gelatin-producing connective tissue, that it makes an especially satisfying sauce for your meat and grain.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 3h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 thick slices beef shank
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
4 cups chicken broth, or more as needed
⅔ cup diced celery
⅔ cup diced carrots
1 bay leaf
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
½ cup pearl barley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
1 tablespoon freshly grated raw horseradish, or to taste

Steps:

  • Season beef all over with kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over high heat. Cook beef in hot oil until browned on both sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer beef to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium, and stir onion into the same pot with a pinch of salt. Cook and stir until onion is soft and translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir garlic into onion; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Stir tomato paste into onion mixture; cook and stir until tomato paste is brick red, 2 to 3 minutes. Pour broth into onion mixture. Add celery, carrots, bay leaf, and rosemary. Return beef with any accumulated juices to pot; push beef down to cover with cooking liquid.
  • Bring broth mixture to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and cook until beef is fork-tender, 2 to 3 hours. Transfer beef to a bowl.
  • Pour barley into cooking liquid, bring to a simmer, and cook until barley is tender, about 45 minutes. Return beef to pot, cover the pot, and cook until heated through, about 10 minutes. Season with salt. Ladle stew into bowls and garnish with parsley and horseradish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 57.4 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 25.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1200.3 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

GERMAN BEEF AND BARLEY BAKE



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This casserole may be made ahead of time and refrigerated. To reheat, bake at 350 degrees 20 to 30 minutes or microwave (in a microwave-safe casserole) on Medium High until heated through. From the National Barley Foods Council posted in response to a recipe request.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 cup pearl barley
4 slices bacon, diced
3 cups tomato juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 -4 cups sliced green cabbage
2 teaspoons caraway seeds
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Saute beef, onions, and garlic in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Pour off grease.
  • Add barley and bacon; sauté 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in tomato juice, salt and pepper and bring to a low boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
  • Stir in cabbage and caraway seeds.
  • Spoon mixture into 2-quart casserole.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese melts.
  • Makes 6 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.6, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 72.5, Sodium 742, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 6.4, Protein 25.4

SLOW-COOKER BEEF AND BARLEY



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 8h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 pounds boneless beef chuck (in one piece)
1 cup pearl barley
1/2 pound cremini mushrooms, quartered
4 stalks celery, quartered
6 medium carrots, quartered
2 medium leeks, sliced (white and light green parts only)
1 sprig thyme
4 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Horseradish, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the beef, barley, mushrooms, celery, carrots, leeks, thyme, beef broth and soy sauce in a slow cooker. Add 1 cup water, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cover and cook on low, undisturbed, 8 hours. Uncover and skim off any excess fat. Transfer the beef to a cutting board, let cool slightly and slice or shred by hand into bite-size pieces. Thin the vegetable-barley mixture in the slow cooker with some water, if desired. Divide among shallow bowls and top with the beef. Serve with horseradish, if desired.
  • Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

BEEF BARLEY STEW



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I like barley, so I knew I had to try this beef and barley stew recipe when I ran across it in a newspaper some years ago. It's nice to have a tasty, filling dish that's lower in fat. -June Formanek, Belle Plaine, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 cup medium pearl barley
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 medium carrots, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, brown meat in oil in batches. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, saute onion until crisp-tender. Add the broth, barley, seasonings and beef; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. , Add carrots; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 30-40 minutes or until meat and carrots are tender. Add parsley just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MUSHROOM BARLEY CASSEROLE



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A dear friend shared this recipe with me years ago. My family enjoys it with meat dishes as a substitute for potatoes. It's great to take to a potluck for a dish to pass, but be prepared to also pass along the recipe! -Melba Cleveland, Groveland, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup medium pearl barley
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 envelope onion soup mix
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
3 to 3-1/2 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute barley and onion in butter for 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Transfer to an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish. Stir in the mushrooms, almonds, soup mix and parsley. Add 3 cups broth. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/4 hours or until barley is tender, adding more broth if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 720mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

BARLEY CASSEROLE



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"Growing up on a farm, I was used to eating good wholesome food, including a variety of barley dishes," informs Alice Kaluzy of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. "This casserole was my first attempt at cooking with barley, The results were as yummy and comforting as I'd remembered."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
7 green onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/2 cups uncooked medium pearl barley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a large ovenproof skillet, saute the celery, carrots, onions and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the barley, salt and pepper. Stir in 2-1/2 cups broth. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes., Stir in parsley and remaining broth; sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed and barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BARLEY CASSEROLE WITH MUSHROOMS



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Serve this barley casserole with beef, chicken, or fish instead of rice or potatoes. It's simple to put together and bakes in the oven along with the beef, chicken, or fish. Saves time and energy when you can bake two or more dishes at the same time.

Provided by PJ's kitchen

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tablespoons butter, or more as needed
1 large onion, chopped
½ cup diced celery
3 cups barley
2 ½ cups chicken broth
1 (4 ounce) can chopped mushrooms

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a covered casserole dish with butter.
  • Heat 4 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir onion and celery until soft and translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add barley and cook until slightly brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour chicken broth and mushrooms into the prepared casserole dish. Spoon in barley mixture and blend well.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until liquid is absorbed and barley is tender, 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.1 calories, Carbohydrate 53.8 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 12.7 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 479.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the casserole will taste. Look for grass-fed beef, organic vegetables, and a flavorful broth.
  • Brown the beef before adding it to the casserole: This will help to develop the flavor of the beef and prevent it from becoming tough.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to the casserole. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, and peas.
  • Season the casserole well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and other spices to taste.
  • Cook the casserole until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through: This will usually take about 1-1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Serve the casserole hot with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes: This will make a delicious and satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

Beef and barley casserole is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a beef and barley casserole that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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