Best 9 Sweet Potato Beef Barley Soup Recipes

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During the chilly months, there’s nothing quite as comforting as a hearty bowl of soup. This sweet potato beef barley soup is packed with flavor and protein, making it the perfect dish to serve your family on a cold night. The combination of sweet potatoes, beef, and barley creates a taste that is both sweet and savory, while the addition of vegetables such as carrots, celery, and onions adds a touch of freshness.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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

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, AND SWEET POTATO STEW



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Provided by Delicious Living Contributor

Yield 8 people

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 pounds beef stew meat
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 cups chopped onions
1 cup sliced celery with leaves
4 cups low-sodium beef broth or stock
1 bay leaf
3/4 cup hulled barley, rinsed and drained
4 cups peeled sweet potato chunks, 1-inch squares (about 1 1/2 pound)
2 cups sliced carrots, 1-inch rounds
1 1/2 cups cubed parsnips
1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 28-ounce can whole tomatoes in juice, broken apart
1 1/2 cups frozen peas

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large saucepan on medium-high. Add meat and sprinkle with flour, stirring well to coat. Cook until beef is no longer pink. Stir in onions and celery and sauté for 5 minutes or until onions are soft. Add stock or broth and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, for 1½ hours.
  • Add barley, sweet potatoes, carrots, parsnips, Worcestershire sauce, and oregano. Cover and simmer 50-60 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in tomatoes and peas. Reheat and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 497 kcal, SaturatedFat 4 g, Carbohydrate 48 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 46 g, Cholesterol 112 mg, Sodium 596 mg

BEEFY SWEET POTATO SOUP



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I hate being cold, but one of the best remedies for that is warm soup. I took my mother's water-based vegetable soup recipe and worked with it to make the flavors richer. The meat and veggies in this dish are the perfect cure for a cold night and a hungry family. -Lisa Cooper, Leander, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup olive oil, divided
2 pounds beef sirloin tip roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 cups finely chopped sweet onion
2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes, undrained
3 fresh thyme sprigs
2 fresh rosemary sprigs
1 carton (32 ounces) beef broth
4 cups fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 cups (about 10 ounces) frozen corn
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
3 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
Additional salt and pepper, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or stockpot, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Season beef with salt and pepper; brown in batches, adding oil as needed. Remove with a slotted spoon. Add onion and sweet potatoes to pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is translucent and light golden brown., Meanwhile, puree tomatoes and their juices in a blender or food processor. Place thyme and rosemary on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose herbs; tie securely with string., Return beef to pan; add herb bag, tomatoes and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until meat and potatoes are almost tender, about 20 minutes. Add green beans. Cook until meat, potatoes and green beans are tender, about 20 more minutes., Add corn, chocolate and coffee, stirring until well blended. Discard herb bag. If desired, season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 792mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP WITH SWEET POTATO



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I got this recipe from my mother; it's a hearty soup, perfect for a crisp fall day. The sweet potato and barley combine for a unique chicken soup that is always a crowd-pleaser! (Also a great way to use chicken leftovers.)

Provided by Sharon Stoudt

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Sweet Potato Soup Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 Spanish onion, diced
½ cup diced celery
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ quarts chicken stock
3 cups diced cooked chicken breast
3 cups sliced carrots
2 parsnips, diced
1 ¼ cups barley
4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
½ cup chopped fresh dill
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large heavy stockpot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, and garlic in hot oil until onion is slightly tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Stir chicken stock, chicken, carrots, parsnips, and barley into onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until barley is slightly tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir sweet potatoes into soup and simmer until sweet potatoes and barley are tender, about 30 minutes; season with dill, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.6 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 529.6 mg, Sugar 7.9 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.

BARLEY BEEF AND KALE SOUP



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With the cold ontario weather coming soon I am preparing some soups ahead of time for fast meals. I froze this soup in individual portions for a quick meal for work. Great healthy and hearty dish.

Provided by franrobson

Categories     Chowders

Time 1h19m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon oil
1 chopped onion
1 lb diced stewing beef
1/2 lb sliced mushrooms
3 cups beef broth
1 cup red wine
1/2 cup barley
3 shredded carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped kale

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add onion, stewing beef and mushrooms.
  • Cook until meat is well browned.
  • Add beef broth, red wine, barley, carrots and celery, thyme and salt and bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer 1 hour or until barley and meat are almost tender.
  • Add kale.
  • Cover and cook 5-10 minutes more or until kale is cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.5, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 38.3, Sodium 425.8, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 2.6, Protein 14.1

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.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, leeks, parsnips, and turnips.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and herbs. A few well-chosen spices can really elevate the flavor of your soup. Some good options include cumin, coriander, paprika, thyme, and rosemary.
  • Cook the barley separately from the vegetables. This will help to prevent the barley from becoming overcooked and mushy.
  • Add the barley to the soup just before serving. This will help to keep the barley from absorbing too much liquid and becoming overcooked.
  • Serve the soup with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream. This will add a creamy richness to the soup and help to balance out the flavors.

Conclusion:

Sweet potato beef barley soup is a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively easy soup to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a delicious and healthy soup recipe, give sweet potato beef barley soup a try!

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