Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into small cubes
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 beef bouillon cubes
- 8 cups water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chopped carrots, celery, onion, and garlic to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the pearl barley, beef bouillon cubes, and water to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Medium-high heat for browning the beef cubes, then low heat for simmering the soup.
Serving size:
- 6 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 292
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 626mg
- Fiber: 7g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use vegetable bouillon cubes instead of beef bouillon cubes to make this soup vegetarian.
- You can substitute the beef stew meat with ground beef or ground turkey.
Variations:
- You can add other vegetables such as potatoes, sweet potatoes, or green beans to the soup.
- You can add herbs such as thyme or rosemary to the soup for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to brown the beef cubes well to develop a rich flavor in the soup.
- Stir the soup occasionally while it simmers to prevent the barley from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the soup in individual bowls with a crusty bread on the side.
Garnishes:
- Garnish the soup with chopped fresh parsley or grated Parmesan cheese.
Pairings:
- Serve the soup with a side salad or a grilled cheese sandwich.
Suggested side dishes:
- Crusty bread, side salad, grilled cheese sandwich.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too thick, add more water to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the soup to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure that the beef is fully cooked.
Food history:
- Beef and barley soup is a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for centuries.
Flavor profiles:
- This soup has a rich, savory flavor from the beef and bouillon cubes, and a nutty flavor from the barley.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread for dipping.
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