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Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup

Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup: Easy Comfort in Every Bowl

Enjoy a hearty Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup that is perfect for comfort in every bowl.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

Beef and Vegetables

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1.5 pounds boneless lean beef, cubed
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 6 cups water divided
  • 3 cans beef broth (10.5 ounce each)
  • 6 medium carrots, chopped
  • 6 medium green onions, chopped
  • 4 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 cup barley
  • 0.5 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add beef and sauté until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then transfer mixture to a slow cooker.
  • Add a few tablespoons water to the skillet. Stir over medium heat, scraping up any browned bits with a spoon. Transfer liquid and browned bits to the slow cooker.
  • Add remaining water, broth, carrots, green onions, celery, barley, and parsley. Cover and cook on Low until vegetables and barley are tender, 6 to 8 hours.
  • Stir in thyme just before serving.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for a comforting meal during cold weather.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg
Keyword barley soup, beef soup, comfort food, hearty soup, Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup
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