Slow Cooker Beef Barley Soup

This hearty beef barley soup is loaded with tender cubes of beef, colorful veggies, and fluffy barley in a rich broth for a nourishing winter meal.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 hr 10 mins
• Total Time: 6 hr 30 mins
• Calories: 306 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 cup barley
• 3 (10.5 ounce) cans beef broth
• 6 medium carrots, chopped
• 6 medium green onions, chopped
• 6 cups water, divided
• 0.5 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1.5 pounds boneless lean beef, cubed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir in thyme just before serving.

Step 2

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add beef and sauté until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then transfer mixture to a slow cooker.

Step 3

Add a few tablespoons water to the skillet. Stir over medium heat, scraping up any browned bits with a spoon. Transfer liquid and browned bits to the slow cooker.

Step 4

Add remaining water, broth, carrots, green onions, celery, barley, and parsley. Cover and cook on Low until vegetables and barley are tender, 6 to 8 hours.