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Add the beef cubes and sear until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.","group":"Prep & Sear","title":"Heat the olive oil","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Prep & Sear"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In the same pot, add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.","group":"Vegetables","title":"Add the onion, carrots, and celery","timerMinutes":7,"sourceTitle":"Vegetables"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Add the minced garlic and dried thyme. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.","group":"Aromatics","title":"Add the minced garlic and dried thyme","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Aromatics"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Return the beef to the pot. Pour in the beef broth and add the pearl barley. Bring the mixture to a boil.","group":"Simmering","title":"Return the beef to the pot","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Simmering"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60 to 90 minutes, or until the beef and barley are completely tender.","group":"Simmering","title":"Reduce the heat to low","timerMinutes":90,"sourceTitle":"Simmering"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.","group":"Finishing","title":"Season with salt and black pepper","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For the best flavor, sear the beef in small batches to ensure a deep brown crust. You can substitute pearl barley with pot barley, but cooking times may increase.","cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["American"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","saute","sear"],"equipment":["Large pot or Dutch oven","Knife","Cutting board","Ladle"],"diet":["high_protein"],"allergens":["gluten"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"l","note":"Approximate total volume"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld. The barley will continue to absorb liquid, so you may need to add a splash of broth when reheating."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container once cooled.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, adding more broth if the soup has thickened too much."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbeef_barley_soup_faccb6968c%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=c55088bc-605e-41c7-8f8e-a88020f471aa","imageAlt":"Beef Barley Soup — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["beef","barley","soup","stew","hearty","comfort food","healthy"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Beef Barley Soup","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-03T20:06:58.587Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-03T20:06:58.587Z","related":[{"id":"split_pea_soup_2e9ce58c47","slug":"american-split-pea-soup","title":"American Split Pea Soup","description":"A comforting, thick, and smoky classic American soup featuring tender split peas, aromatic vegetables, and flavorful ham hock.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":90,"totalMinutes":105,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["American"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsplit_pea_soup_2e9ce58c47%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b9f10b27-2f27-4895-aa38-07951db85a5f","imageAlt":"American Split Pea Soup — recipe cover","tags":["comfort food","split peas","smoky","high protein","winter soup","hearty"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":12,"stepCount":6},{"id":"turtle_soup_e784e687fe","slug":"american-turtle-soup","title":"American Turtle Soup","description":"A classic, hearty, and sophisticated Creole-style soup featuring tender turtle meat, a rich dark roux, and bright notes of lemon and sherry.","serves":6,"time":{"prepMinutes":30,"cookMinutes":90,"totalMinutes":120,"activeMinutes":45},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["Cajun","Creole"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["high_protein","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fturtle_soup_e784e687fe%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=31b19ded-cb54-4cf2-82ec-df6df325a132","imageAlt":"American Turtle Soup — recipe cover","tags":["turtle","soup","creole","louisiana","classic","exotic","high protein"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":6},{"id":"chicken_tortilla_soup_0502b22f85","slug":"chicken-tortilla-soup","title":"Chicken Tortilla Soup","description":"A vibrant and smoky soup featuring tender shredded chicken, black beans, and sweet corn in a rich tomato-based broth, topped with crunchy tortilla strips and fresh lime.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["Tex-Mex"]},"course":["soup","main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fchicken_tortilla_soup_0502b22f85%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=23ae30d8-56d8-4c7c-b586-931dec8b8a02","imageAlt":"Chicken Tortilla Soup — recipe cover","tags":["soup","chicken","tortilla","tex-mex","spicy","healthy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":13,"stepCount":5}]}