Slow Cooker Beef & Barley Stew
Enjoy a hearty Slow Cooker Beef & Barley Stew that's both nutritious and delicious, perfect for family dinners.
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
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