Beef Barley Soup Recipe
This hearty and flavorful soup is a comforting combination of tender beef, fresh vegetables, and nutty barley, simmered to perfection in a rich beef broth.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450g) beef stew meat, cut into small chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup pearl barley
- 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper, to taste