Best 9 Potato Beef Barley Soup Recipes

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Potato beef barley soup is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is a relatively simple soup to make, but there are a few tips and tricks that can help you create the best possible soup. In this article, we will share our favorite recipe for potato beef barley soup, as well as some tips for making the most of this delicious soup.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP III



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This is what I consider the ultimate beef soup. Great on a frosty day. For beef stock, I use 2 1/2 quarts water and 6 teaspoons beef base. Also, use inexpensive red wine. No need for the good stuff here, and cheaper actually works better! Try with leftover pot roast.

Provided by Barb Y

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Barley Soup Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
2 cloves garlic, minced
10 cups beef stock
¾ cup barley
1 bay leaf
3 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
½ cup red wine
2 cups cubed potatoes
2 cups diced cooked beef
1 teaspoon browning sauce
1 ½ cups chopped cabbage
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine the oil, onions, celery, carrots, and garlic. Saute for 5 minutes, or until tender. Add the beef stock, barley, bay leaf and thyme and simmer until barley is softened but not mushy. Add the wine, potatoes and beef.
  • Add the browning and seasoning sauce now if you want your soup to have more of a brown color. Simmer another 15 minutes and add the cabbage. Allow to simmer another 15 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender. Salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Cholesterol 28.2 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 114.5 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

POTATO-BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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I originally got this recipe off of the Kathie Lee and Regis show about 14 years ago. It quickly became a family favorite and through the years I have changed the recipe a bit. Tastes wonderful with a warm crusty bread. I have added a can of corn for variety. Also, red or yellow peppers can be used with green to add beautiful color.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large green pepper, chopped
7 cups water
1 package (32 ounces) frozen cubed hash brown potatoes
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
2-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 package (16 ounces) frozen cut green beans
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, cook beef and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Stir in the water, potatoes, tomatoes, soy sauce, garlic powder, thyme, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until potatoes are tender., Return to a boil; stir in beans and barley. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until beans and barley are tender. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 568mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP I



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We are remodeling the kitchen and getting very hungry for food again so I got out the slow cooker and made this soup. It's perfect when you do not have a lot of time. Since you can get soup bones that contain little fat, this soup is nearly fat-free. When the soup is cooled there is no visible fat at the surface.

Provided by Martha Dibblee

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Barley Soup Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 beef soup bones
2 tablespoons kosher salt
5 stalks celery
1 onion, quartered
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 'bouqet garni' spice balls
½ pound baby carrots
¼ cup fresh parsley
11 cloves garlic, peeled
1 cup barley

Steps:

  • Place beef bones in a large size slow cooker. Add salt, celery stalks, onion, bouquets garnis, pepper, carrots, parsley and garlic. Fill slow cooker within 2 inches of the top with hot water and cook for 6 hours, covered on high heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Add barley and cook for 2 more hours stirring occasionally or until meat can easily be removed from bones.
  • Remove and discard onion, bouquets garnis, celery, and parsley.
  • Transfer bones to a dish and remove meat from bones, being careful not to take off cartilage or gristle. Place meat back into soup, stir, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 744 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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Give homemade beef stock a chance to shine in this classic, comforting soup recipe.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 pound stew beef, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium-size yellow onion, coarsely chopped
2 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch coins
1 medium garlic clove, finely minced
6 cups Rich Beef Stock or low-sodium canned beef broth
1/4 cup barley, rinsed
2 teaspoons coarsely chopped fresh thyme
Parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a 6-quart soup pot, heat 2 teaspoons of the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meat and brown evenly, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the meat to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining oil and the onion and cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 10 minutes, scraping the pot to loosen any brown bits.
  • Add the carrots and garlic and sweat 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add 1/2 cup of stock and scrape the bottom of the pot. Add the remaining stock, the meat, barley, and thyme and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer, skimming the pot occasionally, until the barley is cooked and the meat is tender, about 50 minutes.
  • Ladle into deep bowls and serve, garnished with parsley.

SWEET POTATO BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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When you have very little in the way of finances, you get creative. I developed this one when I was between jobs and using the Food Bank to supplement my pantry, as they always had barley in their stock and I was able to get ground beef occasionally. It makes a very hearty soup and freezes beautifully.

Provided by Chef JTwombly

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 lbs sweet potatoes, cubed
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 onion, minced
2 tablespoons garlic
1 lb lean ground beef
1 1/2 cups pearl barley
1 teaspoon salt and pepper, each
3 -4 cups water or 3 -4 cups broth, of choice

Steps:

  • Set cubed sweet potatoes in a pot and cover with water, Add salt. Partly cover and cook on high until fork tender. When cooked through, turn down to med-low, leave potatoes in the water and mash with potato masher until consistency of loose oatmeal. If you like a smoother texture use a immersion blender to puree.
  • While potatoes are cooking saute onion on med-high heat until translucent and add garlic. Cook for one minute more then add ground beef, salt, and pepper.
  • Once beef is cooked half way, add barley, stirring constantly for one minute. Now add 1/2 cup of water or broth to the mix. Stir occasionally to keep from sticking and to ensure even cooking.
  • Continue to add water/broth while it absorbs (shouldn't take long and doesn't take all the liquid usually) until barley is al dente and meat is cooked through.
  • Add meat mix to pot of sweet potato and stir well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve with fresh bread and butter.
  • ***This will thicken more as the barley continues to absorb liquid and release starch, so if you find it's too thick just add some water to thin out. I like mine a little thicker so i don't bother. When it's properly chilled it is quite firm (can be 'cut' into serving sizes from a container with a spoon) but will loosen up as it warms up.***.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577.2, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 49.1, Sodium 1388, Carbohydrate 101.5, Fiber 17.1, Sugar 13.5, Protein 25.1

BEEF BARLEY STEW/SOUP



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Make and share this beef barley stew/soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Meat

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons flour, mixed with
salt and pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 lbs beef stew meat
2 potatoes
1 onion, chopped
1/2 lb mushroom, quartered
2 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 lb baby carrots
4 cups beef broth
4 cups water
1/2 cup barley
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon basil
1 tablespoon thyme
1 tablespoon parsley
2 bay leaves
1 cup peas
1/4 cup cornstarch, mixed with
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • heat oil in large soup pot.
  • add beef to flour mixture, add to oil, brown on all sides in batches, remove add onion& celery, saute til soft, add mushrooms, carrots, beef.
  • add 8 cups of liquid, spices, bring to boil and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • add barley and potatoes simmer for 45 minutes.
  • add peas cook til heated through.
  • thicken for stew as mentioned above.

BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Vegetable     Appetizer     Sauté     Dinner     Barley     Fall     Winter     Simmer     Boil     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
2 cups chopped onions
1 cup chopped peeled turnip
1 cup cauliflower florets
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup chopped peeled yams (red-skinned sweet potatoes)
1 cup chopped peeled potatoes
1 cup chopped celery
5 cups beef stock or canned beef broth
5 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
1 cup pearl barley
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
1 1/2 pounds filet mignon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add vegetables; sauté 10 minutes. Add both stocks; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes. Add barley, thyme and oregano. Simmer until barley is tender, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Return to simmer before continuing.)
  • Add beef to soup; simmer until just cooked, about 10 minutes. Mix in parsley. Season with salt and pepper.

BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     lunch, soups and stews, main course

Time 3h

Yield 2 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups canned tomatoes
3/4 pound boneless chuck, cut in 1 1/2 inch cubes
Salt and pepper to taste
Celery tops from 1/2 bunch
2 sprigs parsley
1/4 cup regular barley
1 cup tomato juice
1/2 pound green beans, tips cut off, washed and cut in half
1/2 cup coarsely chopped rutabaga
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped cabbage
1/2 cup sliced carrots
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion

Steps:

  • Drain the liquid from the tomatoes and reserve. Add enough water to liquid to make one quart.
  • Place in large kettle with beef, salt and pepper to taste, celery tops and parsley. Cover and cook slowly for one hour.
  • Add barley. Cook one hour longer.
  • Remove and discard celery tops and parsley. Add tomato juice, reserved tomatoes and remaining ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook about 45 minutes.
  • Serve immediately, refrigerate or freeze. To serve reheat.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 46, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 241 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TOMATO BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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When my children were young, I needed a soup that everyone would eat-something filling but also something delicious. My sons really liked barley soup from a can, so I decided to try making it myself. My boys are now young adults, and this is one of the first things they ask me to make when they come to visit. -Karla Johnson, Winter Haven, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 7h20m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 medium head cabbage, coarsely shredded (about 5 cups)
1 large carrot, chopped
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 carton (32 ounces) beef broth
2 cans (8 ounces each) roasted garlic tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cups fresh or frozen corn (about 10 ounces), thawed
1/2 cup medium pearl barley

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef mixture to a 5-qt. slow cooker., Stir in cabbage, carrot, salt, pepper, broth, tomato sauce and tomatoes. Cook, covered, on low 6 hours., Stir in corn and barley; turn up to high and cook until barley is tender, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 1372mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. The more vegetables you add, the more flavorful and nutritious the soup will be.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and herbs. A little bit of cumin, chili powder, or paprika can really add a lot of flavor to the soup.
  • Use a good quality beef broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the soup.
  • Simmer the soup for at least 1 hour. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Potato beef barley soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover beef and vegetables. This soup is sure to become a family favorite.

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