Nothing warms you up on a chilly day like a bowl of beef and barley soup. This version uses tender chunks of beef, nutty barley, and hearty vegetables—all simmered together in a savory broth. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or meal prep for the week.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless chuck roast, trimmed and cut into ½-inch pieces
1½ cups carrots, thinly sliced
1½ cups celery, thinly sliced
⅔ cup onion, chopped
1 (8 oz) package pre-sliced mushrooms
2 tbsp beef base (concentrated beef flavor, different from beef broth)
8–10 cups water
1 large bay leaf
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Brown the Beef (Optional but Recommended)
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