Recipe Beef and Barley Soup

Ingredients :

• 1 lb beef (any steak will do)
• 1 c uncooked barley
• 5 medium potatoes
• 3-4 carrots
• 1 medium onion
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 7-8 cups beef broth ( can be replaced with bullion and water)
• 1 tsp parsley
• 1 tsp celery seed
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• to taste salt
• 2 tbsp butter (optional)

Method :

1. Prepare steak by cutting into 1/2 inch pieces.
2. Prepare vegetables by cutting into 1/2 inch pieces.
3. Add all ingredients together in a large pot. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to just below medium heat. Allow soup to simmer for 30-45 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
4. Optional cooking method: combine all ingredients in a crock pot and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Meat will be more tender using this method.

Recipe Beef and Barley Soup 2012-03-15T21:25:00-07:00 Rating: 4.5 Diposkan Oleh: CakeMaster