Best 17 Beef Barley Vegetable Soup Recipes

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In the realm of hearty and comforting soups, beef barley vegetable soup reigns supreme. This classic dish is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring tender chunks of beef, chewy barley, and a medley of colorful vegetables swimming in a rich, savory broth. Its versatility allows for endless variations, making it a favorite among home cooks and soup enthusiasts alike. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or a more modern twist, this article presents a curated collection of beef barley vegetable soup recipes that cater to diverse tastes and preferences. From classic stovetop methods to slow-cooker convenience, and even a hearty vegan alternative, these recipes offer a delightful culinary journey that will warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and embark on a flavorful adventure with beef barley vegetable soup.

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VEGETABLE BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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The barley helps to make this soup filling and robust. I like to eat it with a piece of crusty bread slathered in butter.-Tara McDonald, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 7h45m

Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 cups water
3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8-1/2 ounces) peas, drained
1 cup tomato juice
3/4 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the seasoned salt, onion powder and garlic powder. Add beef and toss to coat. In a large skillet, brown beef in oil until meat is no longer pink; drain., Transfer to a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Add the water, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion and bouillon. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until meat and vegetables are almost tender., Add the corn, tomatoes, peas, tomato juice, barley, salt and pepper; cover and cook 2 hours longer or until barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 852mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKER FRESH VEGETABLE-BEEF-BARLEY SOUP



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Most vegetable-beef-barley soups are bland soups to help people that are ill, but I like vegetable-beef-barley soup to have more flavor, so I have worked at making this one have more flavor and more veggies then most. When I make this soup, I make my family a nice loaf of bread to serve them with it, plus I also give them a nice chunk of cheese. I also fix a light dessert or slice up some fruit.

Provided by rlt11_NMC

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

Time 8h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 ½ pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with garlic
1 (12 ounce) can tomato-vegetable juice cocktail (such as V8®)
2 large potatoes, diced
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup sliced carrot
¾ cup barley
¾ cup chopped onion
¾ cup frozen green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
⅔ cup frozen whole kernel corn
½ cup chopped bell pepper
½ cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon dried basil
2 beef bouillon cubes
2 bay leaves
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms

Steps:

  • Combine beef, diced tomatoes with garlic, tomato-vegetable juice cocktail, potatoes, tomato sauce, carrot, barley, onion, green beans, corn, bell pepper, celery, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, thyme, oregano, marjoram, basil, beef bouillon cubes, bay leaves, sea salt, and black pepper in the crock of a large slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low until the beef is tender, 7 to 8 hours. Add mushrooms and cook 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 879.5 mg, Sugar 9 g

VEGETABLE-BEEF BARLEY SOUP (CROCK POT)



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This has been a favorite in our home for many years. Great on those cold winter days. Serve with fresh homemade rolls for a complete meal.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Meat

Time 8h20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs lean stewing beef
1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables (I use a gumbo blend.)
3/4 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup uncooked barley
2 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons beef bouillon
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Rinse the frozen vegetables under cold running water to separate and partially thaw before adding to soup.
  • Mix all ingredients in 3 1/2- to 6-quart crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 hours or until vegetables and barley are tender.

WEIGHT WATCHERS CROCK POT BEEF,BARLEY AND ROOT VEGETABLE SOUP



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2 1/3 cup = 5 points. From WW Slow Good Cookbook. If refrigerated for more than a day, barley may absorb some liquid. You can add broth or water when reheated. The soup has enough flavor so it will not dilute the taste. You can sub celeriac and rutabaga in the veggie mix- Just keep the broth to root veggie ratio about the same.

Provided by Antifreesz

Time 5h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 turnips, peeled and chopped
2 onions, sliced thinly
2 carrots, chopped
1 parsnip, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup pearl barley
1 1/4 lbs beef chuck, boneless diced
2 bay leaves
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/2 teaspoon pepper, fresh ground
8 cups beef broth, reduced sodium
2 cups water
1/2 cup parsley, flat leaf chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 450 degrees.
  • Combine turnips, onions, carrots, parsnip and barley on a large nonstick baking sheet.
  • Roast on lower oven rack, stirring occasionally until tender and browned,about 30 minutes.
  • On another baking sheet arrange beef in single layer and roast on upper oven rack, turning twice until browned about 20 minutes.
  • Transfer beef and veggies to a 5 or 6 quart slow cooker.
  • Add bay leaves, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Pour broth and water over beef and veggies.
  • Cover and cook until the beef and veggies are fork tender, about 4-5 hours on high or 8 to 10 hours on low.
  • Discard the bay leaves and garlic.
  • Stir in parsley.

GRANDMA COFFEE'S BEEF BARLEY VEGETABLE SOUP



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A wonderful family recipe, passed down by my mother (nicknamed Grandma Coffee by my daughters). This recipe gets a unique flavor from the rutabaga used in place of potatoes. The rutabaga gives it a wonderful flavor, and will not fall apart like potatoes tend to do in soup. I freeze half, and use half immediately. Enjoy with some crusty sourdough or French bread and a garden salad.

Provided by jmbwarner

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

Time 2h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound beef stew meat, cut into bite-size pieces
6 cups water, plus more if desired
1 bay leaf
2 (14.5 ounce) cans canned diced tomatoes with their juice
4 carrots, cut into 1/4 inch rounds
4 stalks celery, cut into bite-size pieces
1 rutabaga, peeled and cut into bite-size pieces
1 large sweet onion, chopped
½ cup uncooked pearl barley
1 (10 ounce) package frozen white corn
1 (10 ounce) package frozen cut green beans
1 (10 ounce) package frozen baby lima beans
seasoned salt (such as Morton® Nature's Seasons® Seasoning Blend) to taste

Steps:

  • Place the beef, water, and bay leaf in a large soup pot over medium heat, and cook until the beef is very tender, about 1 hour. Stir in the tomatoes, carrots, celery, rutabaga, onion, and pearl barley, and simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. Add the frozen white corn, green beans, and lima beans, season to taste, and simmer an additional 15 to 20 minutes, until the frozen vegetables are tender. Add more water if the soup is too thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 107.2 mg, Sugar 3 g

GRANDMA'S VEGETABLE BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP



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This is my mother in law's family recipe that came with her from South Africa, and one of my favorite soups! She grates the turnips, carrots and parsnips in the food processor and it makes for a great texture in the soup. For the turnips, be sure to use the small white and purple ones - not the big wax turnips! It's very mild in...

Provided by Brad Nichols

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Time 3h25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 qt water
3 lb beef shank - bone in
4 c leeks chopped
4 c celery, chopped
5 small turnips/rutabegas - grated
3 large parsnips - grated
5 large carrots - grated
3/4 c parsley - finely chopped
1 c barley
2 Tbsp salt or to taste
1/2 tsp ground black pepper or to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Combine beef shank and water in a large soup pot and boil for 1 hour, skim foam as appropriate.
  • 2. Remove beef bones and meat. Discard bones and chop meat into small pieces and return to pot.
  • 3. Add next 6 ingredients and simmer for 1 hour
  • 4. Rinse barley and soak in warm water for 1 hour
  • 5. Add barley, salt and pepper and simmer for 1 hour
  • 6. Enjoy over rice, pasta, or with a crusty loaf of French bread!

PRESSURE COOKER BEEF BARLEY VEGETABLE SOUP



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This is a cross between a soup and a stew, and is the perfect supper for midwinter warm-ups. Serve it with a salad or coleslaw and warm rolls with butter.

Provided by TishT

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/4 lbs lean ground beef
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup barley
3 large carrots (about 8 oz. total)
2 stalks celery
1 large idaho potato (about 10 oz.)
1 medium onion (about 6 oz)
1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Brown the beef in the pressure cooker.
  • Drain off any fat.
  • Add the tomatoes, water and barley.
  • Close pressure cooker and bring up to full pressure.
  • Reduce heat to stabilize and cook for 10 minutes While the soup is cooking, split the carrots in half lengthwise, then cut into 1/2" thick slices.
  • Peel and dice the potato.
  • Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
  • When the soup has cooked for 10 minutes, realease pressure and add the vegetables, basil, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Close pressure cooker and bring up to full pressure.
  • Reduce the heat until pressure is stabilized and cook and cook 10 minutes longer.
  • Release the pressure.
  • The soup can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen.

VEGETABLE BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP



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Winter weather calls for steaming bowls of this hearty soup. Chuck roast leftovers add extra homemade flavor. -Jeannie Klugh, Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Reserved leftovers from Carmelized Onion Chuck Roast
3 cups beef broth
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1/4 cup quick-cooking barley
1 teaspoon ground mustard

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine all the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes or until barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 584 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 147mg cholesterol, Sodium 1224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 51g protein.

BEEF, VEGETABLE AND BARLEY SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Beef     Garlic     Mushroom     High Fiber     Barley     Celery     Carrot     Winter     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 to 8 (main-course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 2 3/4-pound piece flat-cut brisket, cut into 1-inch cubes
8 cups canned beef broth
3 8-ounce cans tomato sauce
4 celery stalks, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 carrots, peeled, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1/3 cup pearl barley, rinsed
6 large garlic cloves, chopped
3 bay leaves
1 1-ounce package dried stemmed shiitake mushrooms, broken into 1/2-inch pieces
3 15- to 16-ounce cans kidney beans, undrained

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except beans in heavy large pot and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Mix beans with their juices into soup. Cover and continue to simmer until meat is tender, about 30 minutes longer. Season soup with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and serve.

SKINNY CHUNKY VEGETABLE BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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84% less sat fat • 17% more Vitamin A than the original recipe. Starving? Enjoy this chunky and beefy soup that won't leave you looking either chunky or beefy.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon cooking oil
12 ounces lean beef or lamb stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 cans (14 oz) lower-sodium beef broth
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon dried oregano or basil, crushed
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
1 can (14.5 oz) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup parsnip, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices, or potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2/3 cup quick-cooking barley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Add meat; cook and stir until meat is browned. Stir in broth, onion, celery, oregano, garlic, pepper, and bay leaf. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours for beef or 45 minutes for lamb.
  • Stir in frozen vegetables, undrained tomatoes, parsnip, and barley. Return to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 15 minutes more or until meat and vegetables are tender. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

BEEF AND BARLEY VEGETABLE SOUP



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My mom gave me this recipe. I've changed it slightly (basically to lower the salt content. The nutritional values will not reflect this, but keep in mind if you use the low sodium products it will be less than listed.

Provided by Chef at Heart

Categories     Meat

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground beef or 1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground turkey
1 medium onion, chopped finely
28 ounces tomatoes (diced)
2 cups water
3 (10 ounce) cans beef consomme (preferably low sodium)
1 (10 ounce) can tomato soup (preferably low sodium)
4 carrots, chopped
3 celery ribs, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon parsley
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 tablespoons barley

Steps:

  • Brown beef and onion, drain any fat.
  • Add remaining ingredients. Cook for a minimum of two hours.
  • or.
  • After browning beef and onion you can also use your slow cooker on low for 7 -8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 322.8, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 70.3, Sodium 1127.4, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 10.6, Protein 35

FRESH VEGETABLE-BEEF BARLEY SOUP



Fresh Vegetable-Beef Barley Soup image

I found this recipe on the back of a box...can't even remember which one, but it is wonderful. Have used a crock pot and top of stove method.

Provided by TishT

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 8h20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs beef stew meat
1 small bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
-inch pieces green beans
3/4 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup uncooked barley
2/3 cup fresh whole kernel corn
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with garlic, undrained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients in 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 9 hours (or high heat setting 4 to 5 hours) or until vegetables and barley are tender.
  • Note: If you can't find the canned diced tomatoes with garlic, use 2 cans diced tomatoes and add 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • You may also 3/4 cup frozen cut green beans and 2/3 cup frozen whole kernel corn.
  • Rinse the frozen vegetables under cold running water to separate and partially thaw them before adding to the soup.

VEGETABLE BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP



Vegetable Beef and Barley Soup image

I got this recipe from Epicurious and modified it to suit my family's taste. Once a week during the fall and winter I have "soup night" and invite friends and family. This is one of our favorites. I usually just serve it with homemade wheat bread. It is perfect cold weather comfort food. Enjoy!

Provided by MamaJ

Categories     Vegetable

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons oil
1 -1 1/2 lb stew meat
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup barley (not quick cooking)
4 cups water
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth
1 (29 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn
2 cups carrots, sliced
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 cups frozen peas
1 1/2-2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large dutch oven.
  • Add meat, season with salt and pepper and saute until dark brown. (About 8 minutes).
  • Remove beef and set aside.
  • Add celery, onions and barley to pan and saute until onion is golden (about 15 minutes).
  • Add water, broth, tomatoes, corn carrots, bay leaves, and garlic.
  • Return beef to pot and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to med/low and simmer uncovered one hour.
  • Add peas and hot pepper sauce.
  • Cover and simmer 30 more minutes.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper and additional hot sauce if desired.
  • Serve.
  • Wait for the compliments.

BEEF BARLEY VEGETABLE SOUP



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Slow cooker, hearty, easy. Serve with a hearty bread, and enjoy.

Provided by MARGOC

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

Time 5h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (3 pound) beef chuck roast
½ cup barley
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons oil
3 carrots, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
4 cups water
4 cubes beef bouillon cube
1 tablespoon white sugar
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (28 ounce) can chopped stewed tomatoes
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, cook chuck roast until very tender (usually 4 to 5 hours on High, but can vary with different slow cookers). Add barley and bay leaf during the last hour of cooking. Remove meat, and chop into bite-size pieces. Discard bay leaf. Set beef, broth, and barley aside.
  • Heat oil in a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Saute carrots, celery, onion, and frozen mixed vegetables until tender. Add water, beef bouillon cubes, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, chopped stewed tomatoes, and beef/barley mixture. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer 10 to 20 minutes. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Cholesterol 61.8 mg, Fat 17.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 605.5 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

BEEF VEGETABLE AND BARLEY SOUP



Beef Vegetable and Barley Soup image

From: "Skinny One-Pot Meals" by Ruth Glick. "Thick and hearty, this soup will warm you up on a cold winter day."

Provided by Engrossed

Categories     Grains

Time 8h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

3/4 lb lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
3 cups cabbage, shredded
2 large celery ribs, sliced
2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
1/3 cup pearl barley
1 cup potato, peeled and cut into 3/4inch cubes
5 beef bouillon cubes
2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
6 cups water
1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, added at end
salt, to taste added at end (optional)

Steps:

  • In Dutch oven or large skillet, combine ground beef, onion, and garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until beef has changed color. Drain fat.
  • In a large crockpot, combine the beef mixture and the rest of the ingredients up to the water.
  • Cover and cook on low 7-9 hours or until barley is tender.
  • When barley is tender add tomatoes. Cook an additional 10 minutes.
  • Add salt, if desired.

VEGETABLE BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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

Provided by carolinafan

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb extra lean ground beef
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, undrained, cut up
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 (8 ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
1/3 cup uncooked quick-cooking barley

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, cook ground beef over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked, drain.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat to medium, cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables and barley are tender.

VEGETABLE BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Vegetable

Yield 12+ bowls

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 small to medium Roast
1 medium Onion
3 Stalks Celery
3-4 carrots
About 6 medium Potatoes
1 can each of corn, green beans, peas & tomatoes
1 bottle of v-8 juice (48 oz.)
Water
Salt & pepper to taste
2 Tablesoons oil
Barley about 3/4 -1 cup

Steps:

  • Cut roast into bite size pieces. Brown meat in oil, you may need to do in two batches. Then add water about 4 cups, onions , celery & carrots (cut into bite size pieces). Cook for about 2-3 hours on low heat. Add canned veggies, potatoes (bite size pieces ) & v-8 juice about 1/2 of bottle ( add more if needed ). Cook about 1 hour or until potatoes are almost done. Then add Barley, cook until tender, add salt & pepper to taste.

Tips:

- For a richer flavor, brown the beef cubes before adding them to the soup. You can skip this step for a lighter soup. - Use a variety of vegetables in your soup. Some good options include carrots, celery, potatoes, and peas. You may also add other vegetables or herbs that you enjoy, such as broccoli, corn, or rosemary. - If you don't have pearl barley on hand, you may use another type of barley, such as hulled barley or quick-cooking barley. However, pearl barley is the traditional choice for beef barley soup and it holds its shape well in the soup. - Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper. You may also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika. - Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives. You may also serve it with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Beef barley vegetable soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively easy soup to make, and it is a great way to use up leftover beef. With its combination of beef, barley, vegetables, and herbs, this soup is sure to satisfy everyone at your table.

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