Beef and barley soup is a hearty and comforting dish, perfect for colder days. Here’s a simple recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) beef stew meat, cut into small cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pearl barley, rinsed
- 6 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)