Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Stew Recipe

If you’re looking for a hearty and delicious stew that’s easy to make, look no further than this Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Stew Recipe. This classic comfort food is perfect for chilly days and can be made ahead of time for a stress-free meal.

Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you’ll need to make this Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Stew Recipe:

• 1 pound beef stew meat, cut into small pieces
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup barley
• 4 carrots, chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Here’s how to make this Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Stew Recipe:

1. In a large skillet, brown the beef over medium-high heat. Remove from skillet and place in slow cooker.
2. Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until onion is translucent. Add to slow cooker.
3. Add beef broth, barley, carrots, celery, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker.
4. Stir everything together and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
5. Remove bay leaves and serve hot.

Variations

This Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Stew Recipe can be customized to suit your tastes. Here are a few variations to try:

• Swap the beef for chicken or turkey for a lighter stew.
• Add in some diced potatoes or sweet potatoes for extra heartiness.
• Try using different herbs and spices, such as rosemary or paprika, for a different flavor profile.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the beef and use vegetable broth instead.

Cooking Time, Course, Cuisine, Serving People, Calories in kcal, Nutrition’s, and Variations

Here’s a table with all the details you need for this Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Stew Recipe:

Cooking Time	8 hours
Course	Main Course
Cuisine	American
Serving People	4-6
Calories (kcal)	370
Nutrition’s	Protein: 26g, Fat: 9g, Carbohydrates: 45g, Fiber: 10g, Sugar: 6g
Variations	See above for variations

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