Beef Barley Soup

Introduction
This Beef Barley Soup is the ultimate comfort food—hearty, warm, and packed with tender beef, savory vegetables, and chewy barley. It’s a one-pot meal that’s perfect for cozy dinners or meal prepping for the week!

Ingredients
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2–3 lbs chuck roast, cut into small cubes

2 carrots, sliced into thin rounds

2 stalks celery, sliced thin

1 large onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 ½ cups barley

8 cups beef broth (or water with bouillon cubes)

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried rosemary

1 bay leaf

Salt and pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)

How to Make