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A close-up shot of a bowl of hearty beef barley soup, packed with tender beef, carrots, celery, and barley.

Hearty Beef and Barley Soup

This hearty beef and barley soup is perfect for meal prep, offering a delicious and satisfying meal that's easy to make ahead.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 pound beef top round steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/3 cup medium pearl barley
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Equipment

  • Large saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Brown beef on all sides; drain.
  2. Stir in broth, water, barley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  3. Add carrots, celery, onion and parsley; cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are tender, 30-40 minutes.
  4. Stir in peas; heat through.

Notes

This soup is excellent for meal prepping. Portion into individual containers for easy lunches or dinners throughout the week.

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