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Beef And Barley Stew

If you're looking for a big 'n hearty stew that warms the family on a chilly night, you've hit the jackpot. This Beef and Barley Stew is made in the slow cooker for a tender, flavorful, and super easy dinner.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
11 hrs
Total Time
11 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 10
Calories: 225 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 lb beef chuck roast boneless, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
  • 14 ½ oz diced tomatoes with juices
  • 4 cups beef broth regular strength
  • ½ cup barley dry, small "pearl" size
  • 1 cup corn kernels frozen, sweet
  • 1 whole onion sliced
  • 5 stalks celery sliced
  • 5 whole carrots sliced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper plus more to taste
  • ½ tsp dried basil
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • 1 whole russet potato peeled and cubed

Instructions

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  1. In a large slow cooker, add all ingredients except for the cubed potatoes - you can soak potatoes in a bowl of cool water to prevent them from turning brown in the meantime. Stir to make sure all ingredients are submerged in the liquid and seasonings.
  2. Cover and cook on low for 11-12 hours OR on high for 8-9 hours. During the last 3 hours of cooking, add the cubed potatoes. This prevents them from overcooking and becoming starchy and mushy.
  3. Add more kosher salt and black pepper to taste, if desired. Serve warm.

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  • Be sure to buy pearled barley. Do not use quick cooking barley or larger sized hulled barley. 
  • Adding potatoes during the final 3 hours of cooking is important, as they will become starchy and break apart if cooked longer. 
  • This stew keeps very well for several days when stored in an airtight container in the fridge. 
  • Tip for Meal Prep: Stew can be divided into individual freezer containers and frozen for up to 3 months. 

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 225kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 63mg (21%) Sodium 865mg (36%) Potassium 523mg (15%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 177IU (4%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 41mg (4%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 225

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 225kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 63mg 21%
Sodium 865mg 36%
Potassium 523mg 11%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 177IU 4%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 41mg 4%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.