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Beef and Barley Stew

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Beef and Barley Stew is a hearty and comforting one-pot meal made with tender chunks of beef, wholesome pearl barley, and flavorful vegetables simmered in a rich savory broth. This classic beef and barley stew recipe is perfect for cold days, offering deep flavor, satisfying texture, and nourishing ingredients. Easy to prepare and great for leftovers, it’s a timeless comfort food the whole family will enjoy.

Ingredients

  • 1½ lbs beef stew meat, cut into cubes

  • ¾ cup pearl barley

  • 1 medium onion, chopped

  • 2 carrots, sliced

  • 2 celery stalks, chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 6 cups beef broth

  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

  • Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.

  • In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.

  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

  • Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.

  • Return the browned beef to the pot.

  • Add the beef broth, pearl barley, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.

  • Cover and simmer for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the barley is fully cooked.

  • Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed.

  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving

Notes

Browning the beef well helps develop a deeper flavor for the stew.Barley naturally thickens the stew as it cooks. Add extra broth if it becomes too thick.For extra vegetables, add mushrooms or diced potatoes during cooking.The stew tastes even better the next day as the lavors continue to develop.

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