Ingredients
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- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast (cubed)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 10 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 carrots (chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 1 1/4 cups barley
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 8 cups beef broth
- 1 bay leaf
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large stockpot. Add beef and brown for a few minutes. Stir in onion, mushrooms and garlic. Cook for a few minutes until tender.
- Stir in carrots, celery, barley, oregano, basil, beef broth and bay leaf. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer about 1 hour.
- Discard bay leaf; season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: Lunch or Dinner
