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Ground Beef and Barley Soup Recipe

Cozy Up with This Ground Beef and Barley Soup Recipe

This Ground Beef and Barley Soup Recipe is a warm, nourishing delight perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Optional: substitute with lean turkey.
  • 1/2 cup Barley Rinse before using.
  • 1 whole Onion Enhances flavor base.
  • 2 whole Carrots Can substitute with parsnips.
  • 2 stalks Celery Can be substituted with bell peppers.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Or substitute with garlic powder.
  • 6 cups Beef Broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Or other dried herbs like oregano.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Or other dried herbs like oregano.
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Remove before serving.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Use to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or vegetable oil.
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas Optional addition for sweetness.
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Optional addition for sweetness.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by dicing one onion, chopping two carrots and two celery stalks, and mincing three cloves of garlic. Rinse half a cup of barley under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a large pot, heat two tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add one pound of ground beef and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Add the prepared onion, carrots, and celery to the pot, stirring to combine. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  4. Pour in six cups of beef broth, then add the rinsed barley. Season with thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let simmer for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. About five minutes before it's done, stir in a cup of frozen peas or corn, if desired.
  7. Once the barley is tender and soup has thickened, remove the bay leaf. Adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.

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