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Slow Cooker Beef & Barley Stew

Slow Cooker Beef & Barley Stew

Enjoy a hearty Slow Cooker Beef & Barley Stew that's both nutritious and delicious, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 bowls
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients
  

Beef and Vegetables

  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup frozen peas optional
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Brown the Beef: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides. This step adds depth of flavor to the stew.
  • Prepare Vegetables: While the beef is browning, chop the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.
  • Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add the browned beef, chopped vegetables, pearl barley, beef broth, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir Well: Mix all the ingredients together, ensuring the barley is submerged in the broth.
  • Set the Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked.
  • Add Peas: If using frozen peas, stir them in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Taste and Adjust: Before serving, taste the stew and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Serve Hot: Ladle the stew into bowls, garnishing with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible stew with ease and confidence.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalProtein: 30gFat: 10g
Keyword barley stew, Beef Stew, comfort food, easy recipe, hearty stew, Slow Cooker
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