Introduction:
Warm, comforting, and packed with tender beef, vegetables, and nutty barley, this Hearty Crock-Pot Beef & Barley Soup is perfect for chilly days or a filling weeknight meal. Using a slow cooker makes it effortless while developing deep, rich flavors.
Ingredients:
1 lb boneless chuck roast, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced carrots
1 1/2 cups thinly sliced celery
2/3 cup chopped onion
8 oz pre-sliced mushrooms
2 tbsp beef base (for broth)
8–10 cups water
1 large bay leaf
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup pearl barley
How to Make:
