MAKE-AHEAD BEEF BARLEY SOUP

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"This satisfying soup is wonderful for a busy day when you want something hot in a hurry," assures Lisa Ortis of Drain, Oregon. "It makes a hearty meal with warm bread and a green salad."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 3 batches (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
3 cups water
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 cup quick-cooking barley
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onions and celery over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Add barley; cover and simmer for 10-20 minutes or until barley is tender. , Stir in the remaining ingredients; heat through. Transfer to three 1-qt. freezer containers; cool. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months., To use frozen soup: Thaw in the refrigerator. Place in a saucepan and heat through. ,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 548mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Hussein Wandawa
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I'm a big fan of this soup. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Md:Arman Miah
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so hearty and filling. I always feel warm and cozy after eating a bowl of this soup.


mia Lima
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I'm not a big fan of barley, but I really enjoyed this soup. The barley was cooked perfectly and it added a nice texture to the soup.


Prakash Kc
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover beef. I always have some leftover roast beef or steak in my freezer, and this soup is the perfect way to use it up.


Maria Fermin
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I love that this soup is so versatile. I've made it with different types of beef, vegetables, and even grains. It's always delicious.


Samikshya Silwal
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This soup was a bit time-consuming to make, but it was worth it. The soup was so flavorful and hearty. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


albert arthur
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out great. It was so easy to just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. The soup was delicious and my family loved it.


Nassanga Maya
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This soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt than the recipe calls for.


Chaudhary Usman
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I wasn't a fan of this soup. The broth was too watery and the beef was tough.


Mutura Mithika
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper and it was much better.


Prince Op
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out great. It was flavorful and hearty. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mostafuzur Rahma
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This was a great recipe. The soup was delicious and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


ayob
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I love this soup! It's so hearty and filling. I always make a big pot of it and freeze the leftovers for later. It's perfect for a quick and easy meal.


Haseeb khokhar Haseeb khokhar
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This soup was delicious! The beef and barley were tender and the broth was flavorful. I added some extra vegetables to it, like carrots and celery, and it was even better.


Amjad Ullah
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Amazing soup! I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great. My family loves it too.


Najam Sadiqi
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This soup was a lifesaver on a cold winter night. It was so easy to make and so delicious. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.