Hearty Beef & Barley Soup Recipe: Comforting and Nutritious
Ingredients:
- Water – 9-10 cups
- Onion – 1/2 cup, chopped
- Pearl barley – 1 cup
- Large bay leaf – 1
- Boneless chuck roast – 1 pound, cut into small pieces
- Carrots – 1.5 cups, sliced
- Celery – 1.5 cups, sliced
- Mushrooms – 8 ounces, sliced
- Beef base – 2 tbsp (or substitute with beef broth)
Preparation:
Start by cooking the beef in a pan to your desired doneness. Once ready, transfer the beef to a crockpot. Add carrots, water, bay leaf, onion, celery, mushrooms, and beef base to the crockpot. Cook on high heat, then stir in the pearl barley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Continue cooking until the beef and vegetables reach your desired tenderness. Before serving, remove the bay leaf. Serve this comforting soup in bowls, garnished with fish crackers, chili sauce, soy sauce, and a squeeze of lemon for a refreshing touch. Enjoy this wholesome and satisfying meal!
