Best 11 Beef Barley And Dried Mushroom Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the hearty and comforting goodness of Beef Barley and Dried Mushroom Soup, a classic recipe that combines the richness of beef, the chewiness of barley, and the earthy flavors of dried mushrooms. This soup is not only a delightful meal but also a fantastic way to warm up on a chilly day.

In this article, we present three variations of this classic soup to cater to different preferences and dietary needs. The first recipe is the traditional Beef Barley and Dried Mushroom Soup, featuring tender beef chunks, plump barley, and an assortment of dried mushrooms that release their umami-rich flavors into the savory broth.

For those who prefer a vegetarian option, the second recipe offers a hearty Vegetable Barley and Dried Mushroom Soup. This meatless version is just as flavorful, with a medley of vegetables such as carrots, celery, and potatoes simmered in a flavorful broth along with barley and dried mushrooms.

Lastly, for those with a gluten intolerance, the third recipe presents a delightful Gluten-Free Beef and Barley Soup. This variation uses buckwheat instead of barley, providing a delicious and nutritious alternative.

Regardless of your dietary preferences, these three recipes guarantee a satisfying and comforting soup experience. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your cooking pots, and embark on a culinary journey that will warm your soul and nourish your body.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

BEEFY MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP



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This is a thick and hearty soup. It can also be made with a vegetable stock for a meatless version.

Provided by Karen Hemzacek

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

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound cubed beef stew meat
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups water
2 tablespoons margarine
2 large carrots, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
6 cups water
3 cubes beef bouillon cube
¼ cup pearl barley
¼ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Brown small cubes of stew meat in vegetable oil over medium heat until juices become a rich brown color. Add 2 cups water, and simmer meat while preparing the vegetables.
  • In a large soup pot, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Saute carrots, onion, garlic, celery, and mushrooms.
  • Add meat, 6 cups water, bouillon cubes, and barley to vegetable mixture. Cook until barley is soft, about 1 hour. Adjust liquid and seasoning as desired. Remove from heat, and stir in sour cream. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.5 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 41.2 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 422.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP



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A few years ago, a friend at work shared the recipe for this wonderful soup. With beef, barley and vegetables, it's hearty enough to be a meal. A big steaming bowl with a slice of crusty bread is so satisfying on a cold day. -Lynn Thomas, London, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h10m

Yield about 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 cups finely chopped onions
1 cup diced carrots
1/2 cup sliced celery
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
2 cups water
1/2 cup medium pearl barley
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or stockpot, cook meat in oil over medium heat until no longer pink. Remove meat with a slotted spoon; keep warm and set aside. , Saute onions, carrots and celery in drippings over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms, garlic and thyme; cook and stir 3 minutes. Stir in broths, water, barley, salt if desired and pepper. , Return meat to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until barley and meat are tender. Add parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 13g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 65mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEEF MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 6h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon canola oil
One 1 1/4- to 1 1/2-pounds beef shin on the bone, trimmed of excess fat
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 carrot, diced
1/2 onion, diced
1 rib celery, diced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
6 cups water
1/3 cup pearl barley, rinsed
1 cup chopped canned tomato
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3/4 pound medium-sized button mushrooms, brushed, trimmed, and quartered
3 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat; add 2 tablespoons of the oil. Season the meat generously with salt and pepper. Sear the meat on all sides until well browned; this will take about 15 minutes. Wipe the pan out with a paper towel. Lower the heat to medium, add the oil to the pan. Add the carrot, onion, and celery to the pan and saute until tender, about 10 minutes. Return the meat to the pan with the water. Bring to a boil, adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 1 1/2 hours or until the meat is just tender. Add the thyme, barley, and tomato, continue to simmer the soup, covered, for 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saute pan, heat the butter over medium-high heat, add the mushrooms and saute until golden, about 10 minutes. Season the mushrooms with salt and pepper and add them to the soup, and simmer for 15 minutes more. Remove the meat from the soup; cut the meat from the bone and dice. Skim any fat from the surface of the soup with a ladle or large spoon. Return the meat to the soup with the parsley. Season the soup with salt and pepper. Serve in warm bowls.

BEEF, MUSHROOM, AND BARLEY SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Mushroom     Onion     Vegetable     Barley     Winter     Dill     Gourmet

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 oz dried mushrooms
3 cups boiling-hot water plus 8 cups cold water
1 pound cross-cut beef short ribs or flanken
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 large onion, chopped (2 cups)
2 carrots, cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 celery ribs, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/2 pound fresh cremini mushrooms, trimmed and quartered
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup pearl barley
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Soak dried mushrooms in boiling-hot water in a bowl until softened, about 20 minutes. Drain in a paper-towel-lined sieve set over a bowl and reserve soaking liquid. Rinse mushrooms, pat dry, and finely chop.
  • Bring soaked mushrooms, soaking liquid, ribs, salt, pepper, and remaining 8 cups water to a boil in a 6- to 8-quart pot, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, skimming foam, until meat is just tender, about 1 hour. Transfer ribs with a slotted spoon to a cutting board to cool, reserving broth.
  • While meat simmers, cook onion, carrots, celery, and creminis in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until well browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in barley and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Discard bones, fat, and gristle from meat, then cut meat into 1/2-inch pieces and add to broth along with barley mixture. Simmer, uncovered, until barley is tender, about 40 minutes. Skim fat from surface, then stir in dill and salt to taste.

DEB'S MUSHROOM & BARLEY SOUP



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Nothing is more comforting than coming home to this rich soup! I prepare the ingredients the night before and start the slow cooker on my way out the door in the morning. -Debra Kamerman, New York, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h25m

Yield 10 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms
3 medium carrots, finely chopped
3 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup medium pearl barley
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon pepper
5 cups water
4 cups beef stock
3 teaspoons salt, divided
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 pound ground turkey

Steps:

  • Place first 9 ingredients and 2-1/2 teaspoons salt in a 6- or 7-qt. slow cooker., In a large bowl, mix egg and remaining salt. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls; drop gently into slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables and barley are tender, 6-8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 967mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

BEEF, BARLEY AND DRIED MUSHROOM SOUP



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Make and share this Beef, Barley and Dried Mushroom Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red onion, diced
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced carrot
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup dried funghi porcini, stems discarded
1/4 cup dried shiitake mushroom, stems discarded
1 lb beef, cubed
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground turkey
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 chipotle chile in adobo, diced
6 cups water, if possible bottled or filtered
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon beef base
3 ounces tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 fresh bay leaf
1/2 cup barley

Steps:

  • Soak mushrooms in hot water to cover set aside.
  • In a large heavy bottom pot heat oil and saute onions, garlic, celery and carrots to slightly wilted.
  • Season beef cubes generously with salt and pepper then add to onion mixture to brown.
  • Remove mushrooms and rough cut reserve the strained liquid.
  • Add ground meat, chipotle pepper, and chopped mushrooms to pot and brown.
  • Add to the 6 cups of water strained liquid from mushrooms, Worcestershire sauce, beef base, and tomato paste stir to blend and add to pot along with the oregano and bay leaves.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add barley and simmer an hour.
  • Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.

BEEF MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 3h35m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon canola oil
One 1- 1/4 to 1-1/2 pounds beef shin on the bone, trimmed of excess fat
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 carrot, diced
1/2 onion, diced
1 rib celery, diced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
6 cups water
1/3 cup pearl barley, rinsed
1 cup chopped canned tomato
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3/4 pound medium-sized button mushrooms, brushed, trimmed, and quartered
3 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat; add 2 tablespoons of the oil. Season the meat generously with salt and pepper. Sear the meat on all sides until well browned; this will take about 15 minutes. Set the meat aside and wipe the pan out with a paper towel. Lower the heat to medium, add the oil to the pan. Add the carrot, onion, and celery to the pan and saute until tender, about 10 minutes. Return the meat to the pan with the water. Bring to a boil, adjust the heat to maintain a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 1 1/2 hours or until the meat is just tender. Add the thyme, barley, and tomato, continue to simmer the soup, covered, for 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saute pan, heat the butter over medium-high heat, add the mushrooms and saute until golden, about 10 minutes. Season the mushrooms with salt and pepper to taste, and add them to the soup, and simmer for 15 minutes more. Remove the meat from the soup; cut the meat from the bone and dice. Skim any fat from the surface of the soup with a ladle or large spoon. Return the meat to the soup with the parsley. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve in warm bowls.

BEEF BARLEY MUSHROOM SOUP



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Make and share this Beef Barley Mushroom Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ThatJodiGirl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2-1 lb cubed beef
mixed vegetables
fresh mushrooms (sliced)
onion (chopped)
1/8 teaspoon garlic (finely minced)
1/2-3/4 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley
1 -2 tablespoon beef base
water

Steps:

  • Place beef in a stock pan.
  • Pour enough water in to cover beef.
  • Simmer on low heat for about 1 hour.
  • Add all ingredients except barley.
  • Cover and simmer for about 1/2 hour.
  • Add barley and simmer for about 1/2 hour more.
  • Serve.

MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP



Mushroom Barley Soup image

Provided by Mark Russ Federman

Categories     Soup/Stew     Mushroom     Kid-Friendly     Lunch     Barley     Healthy     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 ounce dried Polish mushrooms or dried porcini mushrooms*
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 pound fresh mushrooms, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 stalks celery with leaves, diced
1 large carrot, peeled and diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 quart low-sodium beef broth
3/4 cup barley, rinsed
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
*Using a blend of fresh mushrooms is also nice. Try shiitake, cremini, or button.

Steps:

  • Put the dried mushrooms in a bowl and cover them with 2 cups of boiling water. Allow them to soak for 1 hour. Strain the mushrooms through a cheesecloth-lined sieve into a bowl. Reserve the liquid. Coarsely chop the mushrooms and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a large, heavy stockpot or Dutch oven over mediumhigh heat. Add the onions and sauté until softened and translucent, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes more. Add the fresh mushrooms, celery, carrot, and half of the parsley, and sauté until the mushrooms are golden and the celery and carrots are beginning to soften, about 10 minutes. Stir in the fl our until well blended. Stir in the mushroom soaking liquid, soaked mushrooms, beef broth, and 4 cups of water. Stir in the barley, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the barley is tender, about 30 to 40 minutes. If the soup is too thick, add a little more water. Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary. Sprinkle with the remaining parsley before serving.

MUSHROOM-BARLEY SOUP



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Soup made without meat or meat broth can be insipid. That's why most people think pea soup needs ham and mushroom-barley soup needs beef. But it's possible to make a satisfying, even hearty, vegetarian soup if you choose your ingredients carefully and extract every bit of flavor from them. Enter this mushroom-barley soup, a vegetarian dish with real body, texture and depth of flavor. The key ingredient here is dried porcini, which can be reconstituted in hot water in less than 10 minutes, giving you the best-tasting mushrooms you can find outside the woods and an intensely flavored broth that rivals beef stock. Don't forget to toast the barley while really browning the mushrooms and carrots - it lends a deep warmth.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     one pot, soups and stews, times classics, appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms (about 1 cup)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 pound shiitake or button mushrooms, stemmed and roughly chopped
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
1 cup pearl barley
Salt and pepper
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Soak porcini in 3 cups very hot water. Put olive oil in a medium saucepan and turn heat to high. Add shiitakes and carrots, and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to brown. Add barley, and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until it begins to brown; sprinkle with a little salt and pepper. Remove the porcini from their soaking liquid, and reserve liquid. Sort through porcini and discard any hard bits.
  • Add porcini to pot and cook, stirring, for about a minute. Add bay leaf, mushroom soaking water and 3 cups additional water (or stock, if you prefer). Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer; cook until barley is very tender, 20 to 30 minutes. Add soy sauce, and taste. Add salt if necessary and plenty of pepper. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 362, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 393 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

MUSHROOM AND BARLEY SOUP



Mushroom and Barley Soup image

Provided by Mimi Sheraton

Categories     soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 2h45m

Yield 1 1/2 to 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 to 2 1/2 pieces first-cut beef flanken
Salt
1 1/2 to 2 quarts water
1 carrot, scraped and cut in half vertically
1 stalk celery with leaves
1 small onion, peeled
2-inch pieces of parsnip and/or petrouchka
1 root of Italian parsley, if available
1/2 small knob celery, peeled, if available
2 or 3 sprigs parsley
3 dried Polish mushroom caps, soaked
20 minutes in hot water
2 tablespoons well-washed medium pearl barley
White pepper to taste
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill and 2 large or 4 small old potatoes, peeled, cut in half if large, and boiled for garnishes

Steps:

  • Place the meat and a pinch of salt in a 3-to-4-quart soup pot. Add water to cover. Bring to a boil, skim the foam from the surface, cover, reduce the heat and simmer gently for one hour.
  • Add the carrot, celery, onion, parsnip and/or parsley root, knob celery and parsley sprigs.
  • Remove the dried mushroom caps from their soaking liquid and chop coarsely. Add to the soup. If the soaking liquid is not sandy, add it to the soup.
  • Simmer for one hour, then add the barley. Simmer for 30 minutes to one hour more, or until the meat is very tender. If the soup thickens too much add a little boiling water as needed.
  • Remove the meat, trim off the fat and cut in chunks or spoonsize pieces. Return to the pot. Vegetables can be diced and returned to soup or eliminated, as you prefer.
  • Skim the fat from the surface of the soup. Season to taste and sprinkle in the dill if desired. Serve each portion of soup and meat with half a large (or 1 small) boiled potato.

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients: Before you start cooking, take the time to prep all of your ingredients. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you have everything you need on hand.
  • Use a good quality beef broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a broth that is made with real beef bones and vegetables.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When you add the barley to the pot, make sure not to overcrowd it. This will prevent the barley from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the soup on low heat: The soup should be cooked on low heat for at least 1 hour. This will allow the flavors to develop and the barley to cook through.
  • Serve the soup hot: Serve the soup hot with a side of bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Beef barley and dried mushroom soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beef and barley provide protein and fiber, while the vegetables and mushrooms add flavor and nutrients. This soup is also a good source of iron and potassium. If you're looking for a delicious and nutritious soup to warm you up on a cold day, beef barley and dried mushroom soup is a great option.

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