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Pioneer Woman Beef Barley Soup in rustic bowl

Pioneer Woman Beef Barley Soup Recipe That Feels Like Home

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  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Want a tasty bowl of soup? Try Pioneer Woman Beef Barley Soup Recipe! It’s a warm dish made with simple ingredients. The main stars are tender beef and wholesome barley in a yummy broth.


Ingredients

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  • 2 to 3 lbs chuck roast
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 carrots, sliced into thin rounds
  • 2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
  • 6 cups beef broth (low sodium)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2/3 cup medium barley
  • 1 can corn, drained

Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pot. Sear beef until golden; set aside.

2. Cook carrots, celery, and onion for 4-5 minutes.

3. Add garlic, parsley, oregano, and thyme; stir for 1 minute.

4. Pour in broth, tomatoes, bay leaf, and beef.

5. Simmer for 1.5 hours until the beef is tender.

6. Add barley and corn. Cover; cook for 30 minutes.

7. Simmer uncovered for another 15 minutes.

8. Remove beef; trim fat. Cut into pieces.

9. Add beef back to barley soup.

10. Serve hot with bread or preferred sides.


Notes

Pick lean, good-quality beef for a tasty experience. Keep the soup simmering to deepen the flavors. Allow the barley to cook thoroughly for the perfect chewy texture.