BACON-BEEF BARLEY SOUP

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Here's a robust dish that's perfect for hungry teenage boys! Served over creamy mashed potatoes, this quick, comforting soup will really hit the spot. -Cathy Peterson, Menominee, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 7h40m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bacon strips, chopped
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
4 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise
1 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup medium pearl barley
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
1 jar (12 ounces) home-style beef gravy
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Mashed potatoes, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. In the drippings, cook beef and onion until meat is browned; drain., In a 5-qt. slow cooker, layer the potatoes, carrots, corn and barley. Top with beef mixture and bacon. Combine the broth, tomatoes, gravy and pepper; pour over top (do not stir)., Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until meat and vegetables are tender. Stir before serving. Serve over mashed potatoes if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 1218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

Abigail Mclean
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Yum!


Alexander Schoenberg
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This soup is so hearty and flavorful. I love the addition of the barley. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Parkash sinjh
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Delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Theresa rollins
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This soup is amazing! The bacon and beef broth is so flavorful, and the barley gives it a nice texture. I also love the vegetables, which add a pop of freshness. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Zohaib Abbasi
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and flavorful, and the barley makes it really filling. I also love the addition of the vegetables, which add a nice crunch and sweetness. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Pathari Mobile
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This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love the flavor of the bacon and beef, and the barley gives it a nice chewiness. I also like that you can add whatever vegetables you like. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Cathtrina Jeffery
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting. The barley gives it a nice texture, and the vegetables add a pop of freshness. I love that it's a one-pot meal, so it's really easy to make. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Eisa Ahmed
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This is the best bacon, beef, and barley soup I've ever had. It's so hearty and flavorful, and the meat is cooked to perfection. I love the way the barley soaks up all the flavor from the broth. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Mumboys Jimo
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Absolutely delicious! The soup had a rich, complex flavor that was both comforting and satisfying. The barley gave it a nice chewiness, while the vegetables added a pop of freshness. I also really appreciated the fact that the recipe was so easy to f


Alisa Myers
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The bacon, beef, and barley soup is an incredibly flavorful and satisfying meal! The recipe was very easy to follow, and the end result was a hearty and delicious soup that was perfect for a cold winter day. I especially loved the addition of the veg