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A close-up of a bowl of hearty beef and barley soup, packed with chunks of beef, carrots, celery, and peas, perfect for soup recipes meal prep.

Beef Barley Soup

A hearty and flavorful beef barley soup that is perfect for meal prepping. This recipe is designed to taste great even after reheating.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 pound beef top round steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/3 cup medium pearl barley
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Equipment

  • Large saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Brown beef on all sides; drain.
  2. Stir in broth, water, barley, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  3. Add carrots, celery, onion and parsley; cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are tender, 30-40 minutes.
  4. Stir in peas; heat through.

Notes

This soup is excellent for meal prepping. Allow it to cool completely before storing in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.

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