beef and barley soup iv

Beef

Beef and Barley Soup IV

Drescription

Wholesome soup combining tender beef, barley, and vegetables simmered until rich and hearty, a classic comfort food favorite.

Ingredients

1 pound cubed beef stew meat 1 beef soup bone
1/4 cup barley
3 carrots, peeled
1 onion, peeled and left whole 3 stalks celery
salt to taste

Directions

In a 6 quart soup pot, combine stew meat, soup bone, barley and carrots. Cover with water to within 2 inches of top of pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 1 hour.
Place onion and celery in pot and continue to simmer 2 hours more.
Remove onion, carrots, bone and celery. Season with salt and serve.

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