Print

Beef and Barley Winter Stew 4 Ways

Beef and Barley Winter Stew
Print Recipe

This hearty beef and barley stew is a perfect choice for a comforting winter meal. Packed with tender beef, wholesome barley, and root vegetables, it’s a satisfying dish that will warm you from the inside out. Chloe Thompson from Finding My Sunday Flavor shares this delightful recipe, perfect for making any day feel like a Sunday.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup pearl barley, rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Brown the beef in batches, then set aside.
  3. Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  5. Return the beef to the pot. Add beef broth, barley, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  7. Add potatoes and cook for another 20-30 minutes, or until tender.
  8. Stir in frozen peas and cook for 5 minutes until heated through.
  9. Remove bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can sear the beef in batches to ensure a good crust.
  • Adjust the amount of barley to your preference for thickness.
  • Feel free to add other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips for extra flavor and texture.
  • This stew tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://sundayflavor.com/beef-and-barley-winter-stew/