Beef Barley Soup Proper Comfort in a Bowl - BelleRecipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs (680g) beef chuck, cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) cubes
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 1 teaspoon (5g) kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon (2.5g) black pepper
• 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2 celery stalks, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 cups (1.9L) beef broth (low sodium preferred)
• 1 cup (190g) pearl barley, rinsed
• 1 (14.5 oz / 411g) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) Worcestershire sauce
• Optional: 1 cup (140g) frozen peas or green beans
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)