Beef and Barley Soup

Beef and Barley Soup
Beef and Barley Soup
Hearty fare from Auberge Sauvignon. Filet mignon is used instead of a cheaper cut, but the result is worth it.
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  • Served Person: 10 servings
Soup/Stew Beef Vegetable Appetizer Sauté Dinner Barley Fall Winter Simmer Boil Bon Appétit Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 2 cups chopped onions
  • 1 cup cauliflower florets
  • 1 cup chopped peeled potatoes
  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
  • Carbohydrate 32 g(11%)
  • Cholesterol 74 mg(25%)
  • Fat 19 g(29%)
  • Fiber 6 g(23%)
  • Protein 23 g(46%)
  • Saturated Fat 8 g(42%)
  • Sodium 473 mg(20%)
  • Calories 388

Preparation Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add vegetables; sauté 10 minutes. Add both stocks; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes. Add barley, thyme and oregano. Simmer until barley is tender, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Return to simmer before continuing.) Add beef to soup; simmer until just cooked, about 10 minutes. Mix in parsley. Season with salt and pepper.

Preparation Melt butter in heavy large pot over medium heat. Add vegetables; sauté 10 minutes. Add both stocks; bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes. Add barley, thyme and oregano. Simmer until barley is tender, stirring occasionally, about 35 minutes. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Return to simmer before continuing.) Add beef to soup; simmer until just cooked, about 10 minutes. Mix in parsley. Season with salt and pepper.