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Create a Hearty Crockpot Beef Barley Soup for Cozy Nights

Crockpot Beef Barley Soup 5 Steps Ultimate Delicious

Crockpot Beef Barley Soup is a classic and comforting dish that has been warming hearts and bellies for generations. This slow-cooked masterpiece combines tender chunks of beef, nutty pearl barley, and a medley of fresh vegetables in a savory broth. It’s the ultimate cold-weather meal, filling your home with tantalizing aromas and promising a cozy, satisfying experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pound stew meat, nicely marbled beef chunks
  • 2 tablespoon oil
  • 10 cup water
  • 3 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon Beef Base
  • 2 cup celery, chopped
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cup potato, peeled and shredded
  • 2 cup carrots, peeled and shredded
  • 1 cup pearl barley, rinsed

Instructions

1. 1. Season the stew meat with salt and pepper.

2. 2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef on all sides, then transfer to the slow cooker.

3. 3. Add water, beef base, celery, onions, garlic, shredded potato, shredded carrots, and rinsed barley to the slow cooker.

4. 4. Stir to combine, cover, and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until beef is tender and barley is cooked.

5. 5. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving.

Notes

Crockpot Beef Barley Soup is a fantastic make-ahead option. Once cooled, you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer-term storage, the soup can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: beef, barley, soup, crockpot