Beef Barley Stew

by Registered Dietitian, Andrea Holwegner | May 13, 2012

This wholesome stew is great for a cold winter day and loaded with good nutrition.

Makes 6 servings

What you need:

1 tbsp. olive oil
18 oz. lean stewing beef chuck, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup onions, chopped
2 cups carrots, sliced
2 cups mushrooms, sliced
4 cups low sodium beef broth
1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
1/4 cup dry pearl barley
2 medium potatoes, sliced
2 tbsp. dried parsley (or fresh if you have it)
2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 bay leaf
Fresh ground pepper to taste

How you prepare:

1. In a large pot, heat oil on medium heat.
2. Add beef and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Remove beef from pot and set aside.
4. Add onions, mushrooms and carrots to the pot and sauté until soft.
5. Return beef to pot and add the remaining ingredients.
6. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to medium low and simmer covered, stirring occasionally approximately 1.5 hours.

Per serving:

Calories 300
Carbohydrates 29 g
Protein 26 g
Fat 10 g
Dietary Fiber 3.9 g

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