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# **Slow Cooker Beef & Barley Soup: A Hearty and Comforting Meal**
There’s nothing more satisfying than a **warm bowl of beef and barley soup**, especially when it’s slow-cooked to perfection in a **crock pot**. This classic dish is packed with **tender beef, wholesome barley, and hearty vegetables**, creating a rich and comforting meal that’s perfect for cold days or when you need a nourishing bowl of goodness.
The best part? This **easy, set-it-and-forget-it** recipe requires minimal effort—just toss everything into the slow cooker and let it work its magic!
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## **Why You’ll Love This Recipe**
✔ **Rich & Flavorful** – Slow cooking allows the flavors to develop beautifully.
✔ **Healthy & Nutritious** – Barley is packed with fiber, and beef adds protein for a well-balanced meal.
✔ **Easy & Convenient** – A true **dump-and-go recipe** with minimal prep.
✔ **Great for Meal Prep** – Tastes even better the next day!
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## **Ingredients**
– 🥩 **1 ½ lbs beef stew meat**, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 🥕 **3 carrots**, sliced
– 🌿 **2 celery stalks**, chopped
– 🧅 **1 medium onion**, diced
– 🥔 **1 large potato**, diced (optional, for extra heartiness)
– 🧄 **3 cloves garlic**, minced
– 🍅 **1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes**, undrained
– 🍲 **6 cups beef broth**
– 🌾 **¾ cup pearl barley**, rinsed
– 🌿 **1 teaspoon dried thyme**
– 🌱 **1 teaspoon dried oregano**
– 🧂 **Salt & black pepper to taste**
– 🍃 **1 bay leaf**
– 🥄 **1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce** (adds depth of flavor)
– 🫒 **1 tablespoon olive oil** (for browning the beef, optional)
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## **How to Make Beef & Barley Soup in a Crock Pot**
### **Step 1: Brown the Beef (Optional but Recommended)**
– Heat olive oil in a pan over **medium-high heat**.
– Sear the beef for **2-3 minutes per side**, until browned.
– Transfer the beef to the slow cooker. (This step adds extra flavor, but you can skip it for a faster prep.)
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### **Step 2: Add Everything to the Slow Cooker**
– Place the **carrots, celery, onion, potatoes, garlic, diced tomatoes, barley, and seasonings** into the crock pot.
– Pour in the **beef broth** and add the bay leaf and Worcestershire sauce.
– Give everything a good stir to combine.
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**Step 3: Cook Low and Slow**
– Cover and cook on **LOW for 6-8 hours** or **HIGH for 4-5 hours**, until the beef is tender and the barley is fully cooked.
– Remove the bay leaf before serving.
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