Beef and Barley Stew (Crock-Pot) Recipe

Name: Beef and Barley Stew (Crock-Pot)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs extra lean stewing beef, trimmed of excess fat, cut into 1-inch pieces; pepper; ⅓ cup all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 cup sliced carrot; 2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley; ½ teaspoon dried thyme, crushed; 5 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth; 1 cup water; 2 cups potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks*; 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks*; 1 cup coarsely chopped roma tomato; 8 ounces sliced mushrooms; ½ cup medium barley; 1 cup frozen peas

Servings: persons

2 lbs extra lean stewing beef, trimmed of excess fat, cut into 1-inch pieces
pepper
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup sliced carrot
2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
5 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1 cup water
2 cups potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks*
2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks*
1 cup coarsely chopped roma tomato
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
½ cup medium barley
1 cup frozen peas

1
In a skillet over medium heat, saute the beef in the oil for 5 minutes, or until browned.
2
Stir in the salt, pepper and garlic powder and place seasoned meat in a slow cooker.
3
Add a little water to the skillet and stir to pick up the browned bits.
4
Add to the slow cooker.
5
Add rest of ingredients except Thyme.
6
Cover and cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours, or until the vegetables and barley are tender.
7
Add the thyme just before serving.

1470

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

164

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs extra lean stewing beef, trimmed of excess fat, cut into 1-inch pieces, pepper, ⅓ cup all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Beef and Barley Stew (Crock-Pot) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Beef and Barley Stew (Crock-Pot)

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