Name: Crockpot Beef Barley Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 10 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces; 3 carrots, sliced; 3 celery stalks, sliced; 1 large onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 8 cups beef broth; 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz); 3/4 cup pearl barley; 1 tsp dried thyme; 2 bay leaves; Salt and pepper to taste

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This Beef Barley Soup is a wholesome and hearty meal perfect for family dinners. It’s a great one-pot dinner that’s rich in flavor and packed with nutritious ingredients.

This beef barley soup recipe is an excellent example of how crockpot soups can be both delicious and easy to prepare. With the slow cooker doing all the work, you can enjoy a flavorful, nutritious meal with minimal effort.

It’s ideal for those looking for healthy recipes that don’t compromise on taste.

Perfect for a holiday menu or a simple recipe for a dinner party, this soup is a versatile addition to your collection of slow cooker soups.

The combination of tender beef, hearty barley, and flavorful vegetables creates a chunky soup that’s perfect for any season.

Enjoy this creamy soup as a comforting option for family dinners or a satisfying one-pot dinner.

A close-up image of a bowl of beef barley soup, served on a light-colored background. The soup is thick with pieces of beef, barley, carrots, and garnished with chopped green herbs, presenting a warm, nourishing meal.

Crockpot Beef Barley Soup Ingredients

Every ingredient in this chunky soup recipe has a role to play, creating a rich, flavorful experience.

Beef Stew Meat: Adds hearty protein and rich flavor.
Carrots: Adds natural sweetness and nutrients.
Celery: Provides a fresh, crunchy texture.
Onion: Base flavor that enhances all other ingredients.
Garlic: Adds depth and a savory touch.
Beef Broth: The liquid base that brings everything together.
Diced Tomatoes: Provides a rich tomato flavor.
Pearl Barley: Adds a chewy texture that holds up well in soup.
Thyme: Adds a subtle earthy flavor.
Bay Leaves: Infuses a slight herbal note.
Salt + Pepper: Enhances the overall flavor.

A close-up shot of a wooden spoon scooping beef barley soup from a pot. The soup is rich and thick with chunks of tender beef, whole barley grains, diced carrots, and finely chopped herbs, showcasing a hearty and nutritious meal.

Tips and Notes

Creating the perfect beef barley soup recipe is all about the details. Here are some tips to make your soup even better:

Sear Meat: Searing the beef before adding to the crockpot locks in flavor.
Barley: Use pearl barley for a chewy texture that holds up well in soup.
Herbs: Fresh thyme adds a more robust flavor.

Another bowl of crockpot beef barley soup, captured from a top view, showing the rich, hearty ingredients including tender beef chunks, barley, carrots, and a garnish of fresh herbs. The bowl rests on a textured cloth, adding a rustic appeal to the meal setting.

How to Make Crockpot Beef Barley Soup

Prep Ingredients: Dice the carrots, celery, and onion. Mince the garlic.
Combine Ingredients: Add the beef stew meat, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, beef broth, diced tomatoes, pearl barley, dried thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
Cook: Set the crockpot to low and cook for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours. The beef should be tender, and the barley should be cooked through.
Finish: Remove the bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy with crusty bread.

A view into a crockpot containing beef barley soup. The soup is richly colored and loaded with tender chunks of beef, pearl barley, sliced carrots, and garnished with chopped fresh parsley. The crockpot's dark exterior contrasts with the vibrant, steaming broth, emphasizing the warmth and homemade quality of the dish.

Storage

Keep your crockpot beef barley soup fresh and delicious with these storage tips:

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Freeze: Place in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat: Warm up in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, or in the microwave.

6 servings

Crockpot Beef Barley Soup Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 4 hours

Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes

Hearty crockpot beef barley soup, perfect for family dinners or a one-pot meal. This nutritious and flavor-packed soup is easy to make, with tender beef, hearty barley, and flavorful vegetables. Set it and forget it, then enjoy a comforting and delicious bowl of goodness.

Ingredients

1 lb beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 carrots, sliced
3 celery stalks, sliced
1 large onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups beef broth
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
3/4 cup pearl barley
1 tsp dried thyme
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep Ingredients: Dice the carrots, celery, and onion. Mince the garlic.
Combine Ingredients: Add the beef stew meat, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, beef broth, diced tomatoes, pearl barley, dried thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper to the crockpot.
Cook: Set the crockpot to low and cook for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours. The beef should be tender, and the barley should be cooked through.
Finish: Remove the bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy with crusty bread.

Notes

Creating the perfect beef barley soup recipe is all about the details. Here are some tips to make your soup even better:

Sear Meat: Searing the beef before adding to the crockpot locks in flavor.

Barley: Use pearl barley for a chewy texture that holds up well in soup.

Herbs: Fresh thyme adds a more robust flavor.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 220Total Fat 6gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 75mgSodium 1358mgCarbohydrates 12gFiber 3gSugar 3gProtein 30g