Best 5 Turnip And Barley Soup Recipes

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Turnip and barley soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed year-round. It's an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber and can help boost your immune system. With its comforting flavors and versatility, this soup has become a favorite among home cooks looking for a delicious and wholesome meal. In this article, we'll guide you through the art of creating the perfect turnip and barley soup, providing step-by-step instructions, essential tips, and variations to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a creamy or broth-based soup, we'll help you make a delightful and satisfying dish that will warm your heart and soul.

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SCOTCH BROTH (SCOTCH SOUP)



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A super hearty, traditional Scottish soup made with lamb, lots of vegetables and barley.

Provided by Christina Conte

Categories     Soups

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 11

one or two (85 g) lamb neck bones (use beef if you don't like lamb, but lamb is authentic)
1/2 cup (85 g) pearl barley (omit if making for a gluten free diet)
1/2 cup (85 g) dried split peas (soaked overnight, or boil for 5 minutes and let soak for 1 hour)
1 medium onion, diced
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 small rutabaga, diced (in the US) turnip (if you're in the UK)
1 small leek, cleaned and sliced
2 cups of shredded cabbage, about half of a small head (I like Savoy. Use kale if you don't like cabbage)
sea salt (or Diamond Crystal Kosher salt)
freshly ground black pepper
3 Tbsp chopped parsley, preferably fresh or frozen

Steps:

  • Put the lamb bones into a Dutch oven or large soup pot and add 8 1/2 cups (2 liters) of water, barley, split peas and 2 teaspoonfuls of salt.
  • Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat for one hour, removing any scum which comes to the surface. Just in case you're not familiar with scumming a soup, this is what you want to remove and throw away.
  • While the broth is simmering, you can prepare the vegetables.
  • After an hour, the broth, barley and peas will look like this.
  • Add the chopped carrot, onion, leek and rutabaga to the broth and stir. Add another teaspoonful of salt and bring to a boil. When the soup begins boiling, lower the heat and let the soup simmer for another half an hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Chop/shred the cabbage while the soup is simmering.
  • At this point, the broth looks like this.
  • After simmering for half an hour, remove the lamb and add the shredded cabbage and continue to simmer for 15 minutes.
  • This is what a vegetarian/vegan Scotch broth will look like. However, if you've used lamb, remove the meat from the bones, shred into small pieces and add it back into the soup. Add the chopped parsley and remove from heat.
  • Stir well; taste and adjust seasoning. Ground black pepper is optional. Ladle into bowls while hot and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 34 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 4 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 107 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

TURNIP AND BARLEY SOUP



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Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons canola or safflower oil
2 onions (8 ounces), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2 cups)
1/2 Savoy cabbage (8 ounces), cut into 2-inch pieces and washed (6 cups)
2 carrots (6 ounces), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 cup)
1 pound potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (4 cups)
3 white turnips (12 ounces), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (2 cups)
1/3 cup pearl barley
8 cups light chicken stock, 8 cups water with 3 chicken bouillon cubes or 8 cups water
Salt to taste (about 2 teaspoons, but more or less depending on the saltiness of the liquid used)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large kettle until hot. Add the onions and the cabbage, and saute them over medium to high heat for about 5 minutes, until lightly browned.
  • Add the carrots, potatoes, turnips, barley, stock and salt, if necessary. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook at a gentle boil for 1 hour. Serve hot.

TURNIP AND BARLEY SOUP



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I would suggest this recipe to those who already know they love turnips, as I do. It's very simple to make and lends itself to experimentation. I got the basic recipe from soupsong, but modified it to my taste.

Provided by windhorse23

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3 turnips, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
6 cups chicken broth, fat free (or vegetable broth)
1/2 cup pearl barley
salt (optional)
black pepper
1/4 cup romano cheese (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and oil in a large soup pot at medium high heat so the butter froths a bit. Add the turnips (which should be whatever size dice you prefer) and cook on medium heat until the pieces begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the broth and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the barley and cook, covered, about 15 minutes more.
  • Serve with salt, pepper and Romano cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.6, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 20, Sodium 946.3, Carbohydrate 18.1, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 3.2, Protein 10.1

RICH BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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For a bowl of hearty comfort, cook up Ina Garten's Rich Beef Barley Soup recipe, made with meaty oxtail bones, fresh veggies and herbs, from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon good olive oil
2 pounds beef oxtails
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups chopped leeks, white and light green parts (2 leeks)
2 cups (1/2-inch) diced carrots (4 carrots)
1 cup chopped yellow onion
1 cup (1/2-inch) diced celery (2 stalks)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 sprigs fresh thyme leaves
3 bay leaves
10 cups canned beef broth
1 cup pearled barley

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven, such as Le Creuset. Add the oxtails, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes until browned all over. Remove the oxtails with a slotted spoon and reserve.
  • Add the leeks, carrots, onion, celery, and garlic to the fat in the pot and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes, until the vegetables start to brown. Tie the thyme sprigs together with kitchen string and add to the pot along with the bay leaves. Return the oxtails to the pot and add the broth, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Raise the heat and bring to a boil. Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour. Discard the thyme bundle and the bay leaves, and skim off the fat.
  • Meanwhile, bring 4 cups of water to a boil and add the barley. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, drain, and set aside.
  • When the soup is ready, add the barley and cook the soup for another 15 or 20 minutes, until the barley is tender. Depending on the saltiness of the stock, the soup might need another teaspoon of salt and some pepper. Serve hot, with or without the oxtails.

BACON, BARLEY, BEAN AND TURNIP SOUP



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Grab a spoon and dip into a tasty bowl of Bacon, Barley, Bean and Turnip Soup! For something extra, season your turnip soup with some hot pepper sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings, about 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 qt. (4 cups) water
1 can (15-1/2 oz.) great Northern beans, rinsed
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained
2 carrots, peeled, cut into thin slices
1 small turnip, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley, uncooked
1 WYLER'S Instant Bouillon Chicken Flavored Cube
1/4 cup OSCAR MAYER Real Bacon Bits

Steps:

  • Bring all ingredients except bacon to boil in large saucepan, stirring occasionally.
  • Simmer on medium-low heat 30 min. or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally and covering pan after 15 min.
  • Sprinkle with bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 470 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of turnips. Different turnips have different flavors, so using a mix will give your soup a more complex flavor. Try using white turnips, purple turnips, and rutabagas.
  • Roast the turnips before adding them to the soup. Roasting the turnips will caramelize their natural sugars and give them a deeper flavor. To roast the turnips, toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast them at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-30 minutes, or until they are tender.
  • Add a variety of vegetables to the soup. Vegetables such as carrots, celery, and onions will add flavor and nutrition to the soup. You can also add other vegetables such as potatoes, parsnips, or kale.
  • Use a good quality barley. The type of barley you use will make a big difference in the flavor of the soup. Look for a barley that is plump and has a nutty flavor. Pearl barley is a good option for this soup.
  • Season the soup well. Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for any soup, but you can also add other spices and herbs to taste. Try adding a bay leaf, a pinch of thyme, or a teaspoon of smoked paprika.

Conclusion:

Turnip and barley soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile soup, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and satisfying turnip and barley soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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