BEEF BARLEY SOUP WITH MUSHROOMS

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The addition of exotic mushrooms to flavorful homemade beef stock turn a familiar favorite -- beef barley soup -- into a special winter meal. Serve with crusty bread, a robust red wine, and a salad, and you'll have a deliciously comforting meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds beef shoulder, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 small yellow onions, peeled and chopped
3 cups Homemade Beef Stock
1 bouquet garni of rosemary, thyme, and bay leaf
3/4 cup pearl barley
3 carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 acorn squash
3 parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound mixed mushrooms, such as cultivated white, cremini, yellowfoot, chanterelle, hedgehog, or black trumpet, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • Heat butter and oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season beef with salt and pepper. Sear meat in two batches on all sides until well browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove meat with a slotted spoon, and set aside. Add onions, and cook, stirring constantly, until well caramelized, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Return meat to pot, and add stock. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 1 hour. Add bouquet garni, barley, and vegetables, and simmer for 1 hour, adding more stock if necessary. Adjust seasonings.

Jamshaid jutt
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I'm not a huge fan of beef barley soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and flavorful, I could eat it every day.


israfil towkir
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This soup is a must-try! It's hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a cold winter day.


Laisa Ledua
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I've tried many beef barley soup recipes, and this one is by far the best. The flavor is incredible, and it's so easy to make.


Tyron December Thomas
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This soup is easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Muhaimen Khan
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and flavorful. I especially love the addition of mushrooms.


maharahmad
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This soup is delicious! The beef and barley are tender, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly. The broth is flavorful and rich.


chegi stephens
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I've made this soup several times, and it's always a winner. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are amazing. I highly recommend it!


Miracle Burdette
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a weeknight meal. I love that I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer. The beef and barley are tender and flavorful, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection.


Emma-Leigh Stocker
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was. I especially loved the addition of mushrooms, which gave the soup a rich, earthy flavor.


m ee
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This beef barley soup is fantastic! It's hearty, flavorful, and packed with vegetables. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it, and I'll definitely be making it again.