Classic Beef and Barley Soup
Source of Recipe
Sandra
Recipe Introduction
This rib-sticking favorite makes a perfect supper on a chilly fall or winter weekend. It thickens after standing, so when reheating, add water to thin. Makes 4 servings.
1 serving = 5 WW points
List of Ingredients
- 10 oz. boneless round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 C pearl barley
- 5 C water
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp fennel seeds (optional)
- 1/8 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 1 C thawed frozen baby lima beans
- 1 C sliced mushrooms
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine the meat, barley, and water; bring to a boil.
- Skim off any foam, then add the carrots, onion, celery, salt, fennel seeds (if using), and pepper; bring back to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, 45 minutes.
- Stir in the lima beans and mushrooms; cook, covered, until the meat is tender, about 15 minutes longer.
Final Comments
If you like, spray the saucepan with olive-oil non-stick spray and brown the beef before you add the barley and water.
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