Hearty Beef Barley Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinner Nights (Easy One-Pot)

Hearty Beef Barley Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinner Nights is the dump-and-simmer meal every busy parent needs. One pot, 40 minutes, pantry staples. Tender beef, fluffy barley, thick savory broth. Pair it with my Easy Churro Crackers with Cinnamon Sugar and Chocolate Drizzle for dessert tonight.

★★★★½ 4.5 (86 reviews)

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Why You'll Love Hearty Beef Barley Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinner Nights (Easy One-Pot)

Hearty Beef Barley Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinner Nights: 1 pot, 40 min, budget pantry staples. Rich broth, tender beef, fluffy barley. Easy weeknight comfort food.

• One pot – minimal dishes
• 40 min weeknight ready
• Budget pantry staples
• Rich thick broth

Ingredients

• Beef: chuck roast best choice + sub stew beef
• Barley: pearl barley best choice + sub brown rice

Instructions

Step 1 (Brown beef): In pot, brown beef 5 min

Step 2 (Add veg): Add onion, carrot, celery 3 min

Step 3 (Add broth): Add broth, water, tomato paste, barley, seasonings

Expert Tips for Hearty Beef Barley Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinner Nights (Easy One-Pot)

• Brown beef first for flavor
• Simmer low 25 min
• Add water if thick

Hearty Beef Barley Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinner Nights (Easy One-Pot)

Hearty Beef Barley Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinner Nights: 1 pot, 40 min, budget pantry staples. Rich broth, tender beef, fluffy barley. Easy weeknight comfort food.

★★★★½ 4.5 (86 reviews)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb stew beef, ½-inch cubes
• 1 cup pearl barley, rinsed
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced carrot
• 1 cup diced celery
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 cups water
• 2 tbsp tomato paste

Seasonings & Flavor Boosters

• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf

Optional Toppings

• Chopped parsley
• Crusty bread

Instructions

How to Make Hearty Beef Barley Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinner Nights

1. Step 1 (Brown beef): In pot, brown beef 5 min
2. Step 2 (Add veg): Add onion, carrot, celery 3 min
3. Step 3 (Add broth): Add broth, water, tomato paste, barley, seasonings
4. Step 4 (Simmer): Simmer 25 min until barley tender

FAQs

Can I make Hearty Beef Barley Soup Recipe for Cozy Dinner Nights ahead of time?

Yes, 4 days fridge

What’s the best substitute for barley?

Brown rice

How do I store leftovers?

Fridge 4 days

Why did my barley turn out mushy?

Overcooked