SUNNY'S BEEF AND BARLEY STEW WITH CRUSTY PEPPER BREAD

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Sunny's Beef and Barley Stew with Crusty Pepper Bread image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Time 3h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 pounds USDA choice beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup baby-cut carrots, sliced into 1/4-inch discs
1 parsnip, peeled and chopped
1 stalk celery, trimmed and chopped
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
2 cups dry red wine, such as shiraz
1 or 2 bay leaves
4 cups beef broth
1 cup pearled barley
Chopped parsley, for garnish
Crusty Pepper Bread, for serving
Half a French baguette, cut diagonally into 1-inch slices
6 to 8 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and coarsely ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Trace and cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the size of the top of the Dutch oven to use as a lid. Set aside.
  • In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the butter and olive oil. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper and, when the pan is hot enough, add the beef. Be careful to cook the beef in batches if there isn't enough space. (Overcrowding will cause steaming, not searing.) Sear the cubes on each, and side then remove to a plate with a slotted spoon. In the fat left from the searing, add the carrots, parsnip, celery, onions, thyme, paprika, a pinch of salt and a grind or 2 of pepper. Saute until tender, about 8 minutes. Raise the heat and pour in the wine. Using a wooden spoon, scrape up any bits on the bottom of the pan. Raise the heat to a simmer, and then add the beef cubes back to the pot along with the bay leaves and beef broth. Cover with the prepared parchment paper and cook in the oven for 2 hours.
  • At the 2 hour mark, remove the parchment, taste, and season with salt, if needed. Add the barley, and stir in 1 cup of water if the stew looks too dry. Cook, covered with the actual lid for this step, until the barley is cooked through and tender, 40 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve with Crusty Pepper Bread.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Brush both sides of the bread slices with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper on both sides. Place on a baking sheet and bake until the edges of the bread just begin to turn golden, about 10 minutes.

Wateey
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better. The beef was tender and the barley was cooked perfectly, but I would have liked more flavor. Overall, it was a good stew, but not my favorite.


Sadia Saeed
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I loved this stew! The beef was so tender and the barley was cooked perfectly. The flavors were amazing and the crusty pepper bread was the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Eshan isLam Akash
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This stew was amazing! The beef was fall-apart tender and the barley was cooked perfectly. The flavors were incredible and the crusty pepper bread was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Nonjaвυlo Zιndela
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This stew was easy to make and very flavorful. The beef was tender and the barley was cooked perfectly. The broth was also very tasty. I served it with the crusty pepper bread, which was a great addition. I will definitely be making this again.


vincent matovu
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I wasn't sure how I would like this stew, but I was pleasantly surprised. The beef was tender and the barley was cooked perfectly. The flavors were also very good. I would definitely make this again.


Pro Man
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This was a great stew! I made it exactly as the recipe said and it turned out perfect. The beef was tender and the barley was cooked just right. The broth was flavorful and the crusty pepper bread was a great addition. I will definitely be making thi


Nishal Stha
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This stew was delicious! The beef was so tender and the barley was cooked perfectly. The flavors were amazing and the crusty pepper bread was the perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Nikeisha Davis
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I'm not a fan of stews, but this one was really good! The beef was tender and the barley was cooked perfectly. The broth was flavorful and the crusty pepper bread was the perfect accompaniment. I would definitely make this again.


adnan chaudhary
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This stew was just okay. The beef was a bit tough and the barley was undercooked. The flavors were also not very complex. I wouldn't make this recipe again.


Mannan Kamboh
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it was perfect! I just threw all the ingredients in the slow cooker in the morning and dinner was ready when I got home from work. The beef was fall-apart tender and the barley was cooked perfectly. The flavors


Shoaib Abbaccy
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This stew was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better. The beef was tender and the barley was cooked perfectly, but I would have liked more flavor. Overall, it was a good stew, but not my favorite.


Tanzila
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I love that I can use leftover beef or even ground beef. It's a great way to use up leftovers and it's always a delicious meal.


Dale whitehurst
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This stew was easy to make and so delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The beef was tender and the barley was cooked just right. The broth was flavorful and the crusty pepper bread was the perfect addition. Will defin


Narzul Narzul
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I used leftover roast beef for this stew and it turned out great! The flavors were amazing and the stew was so hearty and filling. I served it with mashed potatoes and it was a perfect comfort food meal.


Pramod Dhami
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I'm not a huge fan of barley, but this stew changed my mind. The barley was cooked perfectly and added a nice chewiness to the dish. The beef was also very tender and flavorful. Overall, I was very impressed with this recipe. Will definitely make it


Rudra Tiwary
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This stew was an absolute delight! The beef was fall-apart tender and the barley added a hearty texture. The flavors were rich and complex, with the perfect balance of spices. I served it with the crusty pepper bread, which was the perfect accompanim