Nothing is more comforting than a bowl of soup to warm you from the inside out. Add some crusty Italian bread, a crisp green mixed salad and some fruit for dessert to create a complete meal.
To vary this soup, you can add 1 cup of chopped canned tomatoes for a cup of the beef broth, or a cup of sauteed chopped mushrooms. This soup freezes well so consider making a double batch and freezing half in individual serving sized containers. It really is worth the effort to make your own Rich Beef Broth for this soup. To make things a little easier, make the broth ahead of time and freeze it.
Buon Appetito!
Deborah MeleÂ
Instructions
- Heat the broth and add the carrots, onions, celery and the barley.
- Cook for about 25 to 35 minutes or until the barley is tender.
- Add the reserved pieces of beef, chopped into small pieces, and chopped parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, topped with a little drizzle of olive oil and grated cheese.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 161Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 1916mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 4gSugar: 2gProtein: 8g