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Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup

January 19, 2017 By Patricia 39 Comments

Could a soup be any heartier? Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup is loaded with flavor and filling ingredients, perfect for a cold (or cool) winter day. Make a batch to experience comfort in a bowl.

Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup is a classic you'll want to enjoy more than once this winter!

I am not a fan of the extreme cold weather that much of the country experiences during the winter. Don’t get me wrong—I love wearing boots and scarves and jackets and cozy sweaters as much as the next person. I just don’t necessarily like bundling up and wearing them all at once!

We don’t get very long winters here in Arizona (and it actually does get cold in Phoenix, I swear!), so I wanted to make a batch of Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup before the chill in the air was gone. 

Warm up and fill up with this recipe for Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup!

I have to admit that barley isn’t something I keep on hand, but I’ll definitely run out to pick some up when a craving hits. It’s a nutritious whole grain, and I love its chewy texture.

If you’ve itching for sunshine and warmer temps, check out my recipe for Spring Barley Salad with Lemony Dressing. It’s a delight, and it might help you feel like the warmer weather isn’t too far off.

But for now, soup’s on!

Hearty and filling, Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup is a treat during the cold winter!

I know a lot of you have a long way to go before the winter weather subsides, so you have time to make a few batches of  Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup. You’ll definitely want to make this classic soup more than once!

You'll want to dig into a bowl of Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup this season!

Trust me when I say that this is an easy soup to make. It just takes a bit of time: you’ll need about an hour for cooking, but in my opinion, that’s not too much time to spend cooking when the result is so delicious!

Whether or not your winter season will last a lot longer, I hope you’ll try my recipe for Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup. It’s a classic, and for good reason!

Make a batch of Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup to keep you satisfied!

Serves 6

Beef Barley and Mushroom Soup

This soup with classic flavors is delicious and filling. It's a perfect dish to enjoy when the weather is cold!

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Ingredients

  • 2-1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 white onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 celery ribs, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 10 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup uncooked barley
  • 32 ounces beef stock
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil to a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. When hot, add the beef and brown for 3-4 minutes on each side (you’ll likely need to do this in batches). Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
  2. Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of oil to the pan. When hot, add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until it begins to soften. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds. Add the celery, carrots, and mushrooms, and cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes. Transfer the vegetables to a bowl and set aside.
  3. Add the browned beef back to the pot along with the stock, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Stir the mixture and scrape up any bits stuck to the bottom of the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered.
  4. You’ll cook this for about an hour with the lid on.
  5. Add the barley to the liquid based on the package directions. Mine required cooking for about 50 minutes, so I added it 10 minutes into my simmer time.
  6. After about 20 minutes of cooking, add the vegetables to the pot. Continue cooking until the barley is soft and chewy, and the vegetables have softened.
  7. If you think you need more liquid, add some water to the pot, about 1/4 cup at a time to your liking. Taste and adjust the seasoning if you add more liquid.
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Nutrition

Calories: 289 cal
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fat: 11 g
Sodium: 483 g
Cholesterol: 68 g
Protein: 28 g
Fiber: 4 g

Filed Under: Dinner, Lunch, Recipes Tagged With: Barley, beef, beef soup, hearty meals, Soup

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Comments

  1. LC @ A Life of Authenticity says

    January 19, 2017 at 3:38 pm

    Patricia, this sounds scrumptious. Do you think this recipe is easily transferable to a crock pot? I would prefer to put something like this on while I'm at church on Sunday and come home to eat it for an early dinner. Maybe I'll try it and see how it turns out. Thanks for sharing.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2017 at 9:49 pm

      Hi there! Yes, I'm sure you could easily make it using a slow cooker! A quick Google search delivers a bunch of options that look good! Let me know what happens!
      Reply
  2. Beth (OMG! Yummy) says

    January 19, 2017 at 3:41 pm

    I love mushroom barley soup! Pairing it with chuck is a great idea and right from my grandmother's kitchen! Love it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:46 am

      Thanks, Beth! It sure is comforting and delicious!
      Reply
  3. candy says

    January 19, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    I am planning on making this beef barley and mushroom soup this weekend. Sounds and looks so delicious. Plus I have everything already to make it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:45 am

      That's great, Candy! Please let me know how it turns out!
      Reply
  4. Maggie Unzueta says

    January 19, 2017 at 8:18 pm

    Hearty and delicious. Pinning for later.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:43 am

      Thanks, Maggie! Hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  5. Yvonne says

    January 19, 2017 at 8:23 pm

    This soup looks so good and hearty. I am not a great cook but I am sure I could manage making this. Thanks
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:43 am

      Oh! Thanks, Yvonne! This soup really is easy to make, so no worries!
      Reply
  6. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats says

    January 19, 2017 at 11:13 pm

    This looks hearty and delicious! Barley is really an underused grain, isn't it?
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:42 am

      It really is! I need to try a few more recipes with barley! Thanks, Cynthia!
      Reply
  7. Nichole says

    January 19, 2017 at 11:28 pm

    I will forward to my Mom. She would love this.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:41 am

      Thanks so much, Nichole!!
      Reply
  8. Ali B says

    January 19, 2017 at 11:58 pm

    What a perfect meal for these cold winter months. It looks amazing.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:41 am

      Thanks so much, Ali!
      Reply
  9. Kimberly says

    January 20, 2017 at 12:17 am

    This looks delicious! I've been wanting to try beef and barley soup, I'll keep this recipe in mind for when I do. On a side note: that spoon is so pretty!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:41 am

      Thanks a bunch, Kimberly! I hope you try it sometime!
      Reply
  10. Karen says

    January 20, 2017 at 3:14 am

    This looks warm and hearty for a cold winter night. The snow is returning this weekend so I might have to make it. Going to pin it.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:40 am

      Thanks so much, Karen! I hope it keeps you warm!
      Reply
  11. Julie says

    January 20, 2017 at 2:47 pm

    What a hearty soup! Perfect for the cold weather. And I've been to Phoenix when it was actually cold, so I believe you. :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:40 am

      Hi, Julie! I'm so glad there's someone who believes me ;) Hope you try the soup! Thanks so much!
      Reply
  12. Dorothy says

    January 20, 2017 at 3:02 pm

    Wow I never made mushroom soup with barley. I will have to try it sometime. It's great for the cold weather!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:39 am

      Definitely great for the cold weather. Hope you try it! Thanks, Dorothy!
      Reply
  13. 1stopmom says

    January 20, 2017 at 8:00 pm

    I did n not know that it gets cold in Arizona. I am all the way up in Wisconsin! I have never made homemade soup before but it something I want to learn how to do. This recipe looks delicious and I like that it is easy to make. Thanks for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:38 am

      It sure does! The low temps at night during the winter can be in the low 30s (not quite as cold as Wisconsin, but still)! I hope you try the soup -- it's easy to make!
      Reply
  14. Ance Antovska says

    January 21, 2017 at 12:00 am

    I like this dish.Thanks for the recipe!!Sounds very delicious!!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:36 am

      Thanks very much, Ance!
      Reply
  15. Erin says

    January 21, 2017 at 7:31 am

    That looks so hearty and delicious. I love mushrooms! erin | sandsunandmessybuns.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:36 am

      Thanks, Erin! I love mushrooms, too! Mmm!
      Reply
  16. Leslie Rossi | alifewellconsumed says

    January 21, 2017 at 10:31 pm

    oh wow this looks so delish! i love a good, comforting and filling soup in the winter. plus the leftovers!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 25, 2017 at 3:35 am

      Thanks so much, Leslie! This is an easy one to make, too!
      Reply
  17. Sondra Barker says

    January 25, 2017 at 11:37 am

    I always forget how much I love barley until I see a recipe that calls for it! This will be the perfect thing to warm me up during these much colder days in California!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 13, 2017 at 9:46 pm

      I'm the same way, Sondra! I do love barley, and this soup certainly is warming! Thank you!
      Reply
  18. Holly Lasha says

    January 21, 2018 at 4:18 am

    This looks so yummy. I'll have to try it out!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      January 30, 2018 at 2:50 am

      Thanks very much, Holly!
      Reply

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