Beef Barley Soup 1965 Recipe

Warm up with this hearty and nostalgic Beef Barley Soup! This recipe uses quick-cooking barley (but pearl or pot barley works too – just add it earlier!). Tender beef, colorful vegetables, and rich broth combine for a comforting classic. Perfect for a chilly evening or family gathering. Get ready for a taste of 1965!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 422.1 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef Barley Soup 1965

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How to Make Beef Barley Soup 1965

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1.5 lbs beef stew cubes and brown on all sides for 6 minutes.
  3. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and cook until softened, about 12 minutes.
  4. Pour in 8 cups beef broth, 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, and bring to a simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low.
  5. Simmer for 90 minutes.
  6. Add 2 carrots, chopped, 1 green bell pepper, chopped, 2 celery stalks, chopped, and 1 cup quick-cooking barley (or 1 1/2 cups pearl/pot barley).
  7. Stir in 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  8. Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the barley is cooked through.
  9. In the last 8 minutes of cooking, stir in 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves and 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped. Serve hot with warm crusty bread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

48g

Carbs

6g