The Best Beef and Barley Soup Recipe
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 Tb oil
- 2 pounds beef short ribs
- 2 medium leeks, chopped with white and light green parts
- 3 carrots, chopped
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 8 ounces mushrooms, chopped
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dry thyme
- 3 bay leaves
- 10 C beef broth
- 1 C pearl barley
- salt and pepper
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 323g | |
| Recipe makes 12 servings | |
| Calories 313 | |
| Calories from Fat 197 | 63% |
| Total Fat 21.89g | 27% |
| Saturated Fat 9.06g | 36% |
| Trans Fat 0.03g | |
| Cholesterol 42mg | 14% |
| Sodium 696mg | 29% |
| Potassium 420mg | 12% |
| Total Carbs 16.49g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.5g | 12% |
| Sugars 1.69g | 1% |
| Protein 12.79g | 20% |
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