Alberta Beef Barley Stew

Barley Soup

Alberta Beef Barley Stew

Alberta Beef Barley Stew
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    5 hrs 5 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    5 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    12

Embrace the warmth of a comforting classic! Our Beef Barley Stew is a symphony of tender beef, wholesome barley, and garden vegetables, simmered to perfection. It’s a hearty hug in a bowl, perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    59 g
  • Cholesterol
    31 mg
  • Fiber
    10 g
  • Protein
    17 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    585 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
2 mins

In a microwave-safe bowl, heat 2 cups of water until boiling (about 2 minutes). Dissolve beef bouillon cubes and onion soup mix in the hot water, stirring until fully combined.

02

Step
0 mins

Pour the bouillon mixture and the remaining 4 cups of water into your slow cooker. Set the cooker to High.

03

Step
0 mins

Add the beef, potatoes, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the slow cooker, stirring to combine with the bouillon mixture.

04

Step
4 hrs 30 mins

Cover and cook on High until the potatoes are fork-tender (approximately 4 1/2 to 5 hours).

05

Step
30 mins

Stir in the pearl barley. Continue cooking until the barley is tender (about 30 minutes).

06

Step
5 mins

Turn off the slow cooker and remove the lid. Allow the stew to cool slightly, letting it thicken to your desired consistency (around 5 minutes).

For a richer flavor, sear the beef in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker.
Add a splash of red wine vinegar or Worcestershire sauce for added depth.
If you prefer a thicker stew, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Eloisa Huels

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.5/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)

  • Ryleigh Streich

    Jun 22, 2025

    Super easy and delicious. Perfect for a busy weeknight." - Jessica

  • Davion Schmitt

    Jun 5, 2025

    This stew is amazing! My family devoured it. The beef was so tender!" - Sarah

  • Lou Zulauf

    Jun 1, 2025

    I added some mushrooms and a bay leaf, and it turned out fantastic! Thanks for the recipe!" - Michael

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