Barley Burger Stew For 2 Recipe

Ingredients for Barley Burger Stew For 2

• Lean Ground Beef
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can tomato juice
• 1 cup water
• Pearl Barley
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

How to Make Barley Burger Stew For 2

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1 pound ground beef, 1/2 medium onion (chopped), and 2 celery stalks (chopped). Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until the beef is browned and no longer pink (about 8-10 minutes).
2. Drain off any excess grease from the saucepan.
3. Stir in 1 (14.5 ounce) can of tomato juice, 1 cup of water, 1/2 cup pearl barley, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
5. Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 50-60 minutes, or until the barley is tender and the stew has thickened. Stir occasionally.
6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).