With the cold weather upon us, nothing beats a bowl of hot soup, like this delicious vegetable beef soup. This soup is a classic that never fails to satisfy. It’s got beef and an assortment of carefully selected vegetables. Pearl barley is included to add some additional texture and carbs. I love barley in my beef soup. The taste is clean and beefy. Homemade beef stock or beef broth would be absolutely ideal for this soup but they take time to make. But, no worries, a can of store-bought beef stock or even bullion cubes will do just fine.
This soup is comforting, yet lean and healthy. You must want to serve it with a slice of a crusty sourdough bread for the ultimate enjoyment and satisfaction. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed. Finally, make sure to soak the barley overnight before making the soup. Soaking barley does not affect its cooking time, but it does make more nutrients available.
