This is a Hearty Beef and Barley Soup that can be modified in many ways. The basics are the hamburger, broth and tomatoes. You can use frozen or fresh vegetables. Substitute the potatoes with rice, pearl barley or even a small pasta. Hunts makes a variety of diced tomatoes with spices that go great with this recipe. This soup tastes even better the next day.
This hearty homemade Hearty Beef and Barley Soup is ideal for chilly winter nights when you want to serve something light and satisfying for supper. Simmer ground beef, garden vegetables, and healthy barley together and serve warm—or freeze and reheat later!
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS HAMBURGER SOUP?
This hearty vegetable soup is made with simple ingredients such as ground beef, carrots, green beans, corn, mushrooms, and tomato juice. Wondering what to cook for dinner tonight? This soup will become your favorite comfort food!
Ingredients
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 carrots, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
– 1 cup barley (pearl barley works well)
– 8 cups beef broth
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
– 2 tsp dried thyme
– 1 tsp dried rosemary
– 1 bay leaf
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 cups fresh spinach (or kale, optional)
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Directions
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef stew meat and season with salt and pepper. Brown the meat on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.2. **Sauté the Vegetables:**
In the same pot, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and mushrooms. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
3. **Add the Remaining Ingredients:**
Return the browned beef to the pot. Stir in the barley, beef broth, diced tomatoes, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
4. **Simmer the Soup:**
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked.
5. **Finish and Serve:**
If using, stir in the fresh spinach (or kale) and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted. Remove the bay leaf and taste, adjusting seasoning if necessary. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
**Prep Time:** 15 minutes | **Cook Time:** 2 hours | **Servings:** 6-8
Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Best Ever Beef Barley Soup, perfect for chilly days! 
